James R. Dunphy, 85 of Long Branch, NJ entered eternal life on Monday, February 4, 2019. He was born in Long Branch and was a lifelong resident there.

Mr. Dunphy was a self-employed painting contractor for over 30 years and retired in 1990. He was also a communicant of Christ the King Parish at Star of the Sea Roman Catholic Church, in Long Branch and a veteran of the Korean War serving in the US Navy. He also enjoyed fishing, cooking his favorite recipes and daily conversations with his brothers.

Mr. Dunphy was pre-deceased by his parents, Thomas and Marie Dunphy along with 8 brothers and sisters. He is survived by his brothers; Allan Dunphy of West Long Branch and Donald Dunphy of Middletown, a sister; Doris Dove of Cortez, Colo. along with 16 nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Mass at 10:30 am on Friday Feb. 22, at. St. Jerome’s Roman Catholic Church, West Long Branch, NJ. followed by interment at Mt. Carmel Cemetery, West Long Branch, NJ