Unbeknownst to De-Wayne, he was born an avid Muncie Central Bearcats fan. His mother instilled her heritage of being a seasonal ticket holder to him, as they watched every basketball game together. De-Wayne was also an avid bowler, and could be found bowling what seemed to be every night throughout the week. He was a beloved family-oriented man. He loved his wife, children, and grandchildren to the fullest.
De-Wayne was a loving husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, and friend that will be missed by many. Those include his loving wife of 29 years, Tami (Kirby) Murphy; children: Jennifer (Eric) McCormick, Misty Cooper, DeWayne Burton, and Blake (Megan) Burton; sister, Darlene Fullhart; 12 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; and many nieces, and nephews.
De-Wayne was preceded in death by his son, De-Wayne Murphy, Jr. and brother, Donald Murphy.
