Todd Jonathan Murphy, age 43, of Waco, Nebraska, passed away unexpectedly on November 12, 2025, at his home. He was born on August 23, 1982, in New Boston, Texas, to Johnny Murphy and Sonya Power. On October 29, 2024, Todd was united in marriage to Taylor Rosekrans in York County.
Todd served as a jail sergeant with the Seward County Sheriff’s Department and was a dedicated volunteer with the Utica Fire Department since 2013. He was also a member of St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Gresham.
He enjoyed hunting, fishing, working, and cheering on his favorite hockey and football teams—especially the Oklahoma Sooners. More than anything, Todd loved spending time with his wife and children. He had a big heart, welcomed everyone with open arms, and was known for the kindness and generosity he showed to those around him.
He is survived by his wife Taylor of Waco, his children: Zelayna Murphy of York, Zaden Murphy of York, Reagan Rosekrans of Waco, and GemmaLeigh Murphy of Waco, father Johnny (Freida) Murphy of Texas, mother Sonya Power of Oklahoma, siblings: Marcus (Rachael) Ricks of Texas, Denise (John) Case of Texas, Mandy (Jeff) Foster of Texas, Jason (Crystal) Weatherford of Texas, Misty (Jake) Profit of Texas, and Sydney (Gavin) Freeman of Arkansas.
Nieces and nephews include: Tyler (Chelsea), Derek (Heather), Rodney, Martin, Samantha, Colton, Deidra, Justin (Emily), Jarret, Jett, Dylan (Sophie), Marshal (Haley), Kambri, Karris (Nick), Judson, Justin (August), Dylan, Ethan, Colton, Elise, Dakota (Dallas), Drake, Sloane, Chelsey, Tyler, Rachel, Dylan, and Jessie.
Uncles and aunts: Teressa (Eric) LeMaster of Oklahoma, Michael (Cindy) Headrick of Oklahoma, and Jeff (Chris) Headrick of Oklahoma.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents Ben and Lillian Murphy of Texas, grandmother Adene Myers of Texas, grandmother Nina Jo Headrick of Oklahoma, grandfather Walter Shirey of Oklahoma, and sister Sandy Jo Scott.
Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 pm, Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Gresham with the Reverend Matthew Mau officiating. Following the funeral service Todd will be cremated. Visitation will be held from 3-8 p.m., Tuesday, with the family greeting friends from 6-7:30 that evening, all at Metz Mortuary in York. Memorials may be directed to the family. Todd’s service will be livestreamed on Metz Mortuary’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl1ffBwglpCqu7nKkx42SzQ.