WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. —  

Jonathan Patrick Murphy, 67, of Williamstown, passed away at home on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.

Jonathan was born on June 20, 1959, in North Adams, the son of the late Donald Richard and Paula Jean (Coons) Murphy.

He graduated from Mount Greylock Regional High School with the Class of 1977 and graduated from Greenfield Community College’s Paramedic Medicine Program.

Jonathan dedicated many years of his career to serving others as the assistant manager of Village Ambulance Services in Williamstown. His commitment to helping people was an important part of who he was.

Above all, Jonathan was a devoted family man who always put his loved ones first. He enjoyed the outdoors, especially fishing, and loved riding his Harley alongside his wife throughout New England. He appreciated the simple things in life and found his greatest happiness in spending time with family.

To his grandchildren, he was affectionately known as “Papa.” He took great pride in watching them participate in their extracurricular activities and treasured being part of their lives.

Jonathan leaves behind his beloved wife, Kathy (Benjamin) Murphy, whom he married in August 1982; his son, Benjamin Murphy of Williamstown; and his daughter, Jennifer Bogacki (Jared) of South Carolina. He also leaves his cherished grandchildren, Ava and Emmanuelle Bogacki of South Carolina, and Alexander and Jack Murphy of Williamstown.

Additionally, he leaves his sisters, Cara Miller (Albert) of Pownal, Vermont, and Galyn (Murphy) Wirtes of Chesterfield, Virginia; as well as several nieces and nephews.

FUNERAL NOTICE: A service to celebrate the life of Jonathan Patrick Murphy will be on Tuesday, November 24, 2026, at 10:00 AM at Faith Church in Pownal, VT. Burial in Eastlawn Cemetery will be private. Donations in Jonathan’s memory may be made to No Paws Left Behind 69 Hodges Cross Road, North Adams, MA 01247. Flynn & Dagnoli Funeral Homes – CENTRAL CHAPEL 74 Marshall St. North Adams, MA 01247 is entrusted with arrangements. To add to the book of memories please visit www.flynndagnolifuneralhomes.com.