NY J02881

Posthumously commends John Francis Murphy, Jr. as recipient of the New York State Senate Liberty Medal, the highest honor bestowed by the Senate.

Recognizes Murphy's military service, including 10 months and 16 days in combat with the 84th Engineer Aviation Battalion during the Korean War and honorable discharge on February 17, 1956.

Acknowledges Murphy's military decorations including the National Defense Service Medal, Korean Service Medal, and United Nations Service Medal.

Honors his extensive community involvement in Hudson, New York, including membership in fire companies, churches, veteran organizations, and 10 years of service on the Hudson City School District Board of Education.

Directs transmission of an engrossed copy of the resolution to Murphy's family; Murphy was born March 14, 1936, and died July 8, 2021.