TRAVERSE CITY - Natalie (Morley) Murphy, age 93, a long-time resident of Saginaw, Michigan, passed away Tuesday. Natalie was the daughter of Edward (Ted) Burrows and Helen Hallenbeck (Spencer) Morley. She was born in Saginaw and lived nearly all her life in Saginaw and Saginaw Township. Natalie graduated from Saginaw High in 1942 and attended the University of Michigan. Natalie was married to Gaylord Murphy for 34 years and they had two children who survive her, Helen (Scott) Hanton and Gaylord Murphy, Jr. Natalie was a beloved wife, mother, aunt, grandmother, cousin, sister, and friend. She was an adventurous soul who loved trying new things. She loved doing puzzles, reading, and was an avid quilter. Natalie was also a prolific knitter and crocheter who made beautiful afghans and donated hundreds of them to the VA for returning soldiers. She was always interested in helping others less fortunate than herself. She loved spending summers and weekends enjoying the beauty of Higgins Lake, where her family had a cottage. Natalie is survived by her children, grandchildren (Calvin, Kayla, Justin, Brian, Mitchel, Caiden, and Camden), great granddaughters (Madeline and Cora), and her sister Florence. She was predeceased by her husband (1996), her brothers (Edward (Ted), John (Skip), George, and Robert) and her sisters (Charlotte and Helen). Following cremation, Natalie will be laid to rest in the family crypt in the Oakwood Memorial Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers, donations can be given in Natalie's name to the Lakeside Association at Higgins Lake.