James Galen Murphy, 75, of Lake Placid went to be with his Lord on Friday morning June 3, 2011 at Florida Hospital Lake Placid. He was born on April 21, 1936 in Randolph County, Ind. to parents James Harry and Mary Elsie (Cline) Murphy. Mr. Murphy served his country in the US Marine Corp. He was a retired agent with 28 years of service with the US Treasury Department where he worked many details including presidential security. He moved to Lake Placid in October 2010 from Michigan. Mr. Murphy was a member of the Moose Lodge and was of the Church of God faith. Mr. Murphy enjoyed spending time with family and friends. He was a great lover of music and played several instruments. He is survived by his loving wife of 14 years Anita, children; James M. Murphy (Stefanie), Melissa Smith (Jeff), Leslie Skellenger, Kim Richmond, Kraig Richmond, Mike Quinlan, 16 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren, brothers Gary Murphy (Sarah), Gene Murphy (Wilma), Don Murphy (Benita) and sister Kathleen Tipple (Dan). Memorial services to celebrate James's life will be held in early fall in Michigan.