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THE wife of the late Iggy Murphy, who passed away last Thursday, described her husband as someone who always put the needs of others first. Even as he battled cancer and illness, Iggy – well-known in football and music communities – was determined to not be slowed down or stopped, fighting right to the very end. The 44-year-old was diagnosed with oesophageal and stomach cancer in 2018, and had surgery on Christmas Eve of that year. However, two diaphragmatic hernias followed, before he received news that he was terminally ill this January – the same month that he turned 44. “He was just a very caring person, and kind, and always put everybody else’s thoughts and feelings before his own,” said his wife, Edele, who was with Iggy for 17 years, and married for nine of them. ....
Iggy had an ‘infectious passion for music’ Posted: 9:05 am March 4, 2021 By Jodie Curran THE death has taken place of a Tempo father who had an “infectious passion for music” and a “lust for life” after a brave battle with cancer. Iggy Murphy (44) of Ballyreagh, was widely known for his talents both on and off the stage. A dedicated member of the Cavanacarragh band and players, Mr Murphy was no stranger to the local music scene, having performed with a number of popular bands. “Iggy was my idol growing up. Our last performance together was at Rock the Lough and I truly will never forget it. He was an amazing performer and always had the crowd in the palm of his hand,” explained friend and former bandmate, Ciaran Carson. ....