Saratoga Springs, NY - Stephen Murphy, aged 51, passed away suddenly while at his home on May 24, 2014. Stephen was born in Rome, Italy and was a naturalized American citizen. He was the son of the late Ann and John Murphy (from Ardara, County Donegal and Rosslare Strand, County Wexford, Rep. of Ireland). Survivors include his siblings, Mary Lemp and her husband Thomas, Dermot and his wife Ann, Patrick and his wife Janet and his nieces and nephews Maureen and Brian Lemp, Laura and Sean Murphy, and Declan Patrick Murphy. He also has many surviving relatives in Ireland. Stephen graduated from Sage College of Albany with Honors having earned a B.A. in Psychology. He was well known for his work in helping those who were homeless, principally through his employment at Shelters of Saratoga (SOS) where he enjoyed much respect. His generosity of spirit and genuineness in sharing his own experiences in aid of others made him a memorable and much beloved Irishman. A memorial service will be held at 11am Thursday, May 29, 2014 at the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes, 628 North Broadway. Friends and co-workers are all welcome to attend. Those who wish to honor Stephen's memory with a gift may donate to Shelters of Saratoga, 14 Walworth St., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com.