Debra Ann Murphy

Debra Ann (Tocci) Murphy, of Lithia, Florida, formerly of Alexandria, Indiana, passed away on Monday, November 9, 2026 at her residence.

Debra was born on June 1, 1953, in New Orleans, Louisiana, to Nettie (Hysong) Tocci. She graduated from Alexandria-Monroe High School in 1971.

On October 9, 1971, Debra married Michael Murphy, and together they shared many years of marriage, family, and cherished memories before his passing.

Debra worked as a Patient Access Manager at Rehabilitation Hospital of Indiana until her retirement in 2018.

Debra enjoyed gardening and had a special love for planting flowers. She also enjoyed cooking and spending time with those she loved. Above all, Debra considered her family her greatest accomplishment. She especially treasured the time she spent with her grandchildren and the memories they created together.

Debra and Michael also shared a love for their three beloved Boxers, Mugsey, Zeus, and Max, who brought much joy and companionship into their lives.

Debra is survived by her daughters, Jessica (David) Figg and Sarah (Shakir) Fahim; son, Mike (Traci) Murphy; brother, Angelo Tocci; sister, Anna Clevenger; grandchildren, Hannah Clouser, Mackenzee Gunder, Noah Murphy, Mikaylah Murphy, Madalyn Pelfrey, Meriam Fahim, and Norah Fahim; and several extended family members and friends.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Nettie Tocci; husband, Michael Murphy; brother, Daniel Tocci; and sisters, Pamela Pattie and Diane Rule.

The family will receive visitors from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 18, 2026, at Whetsel Funeral Service, 1503 South Park Avenue, Alexandria, Indiana.

A service celebrating Debra's life will begin at 1:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Park View Cemetery in Alexandria, Indiana.

Bud and Susan Whetsel, along with the entire Whetsel Funeral Service staff, are honored to care for the Murphy family during this time.