R.I.P. Mike Murphy

Kansas City radio icon and a founder of the modern-era Kansas City St. Patrick's Day Parade, Mike Murphy passed away Wednesday evening. All of us at the Kansas City Irish Fest send our sincere condolences to Mike's family and friends.

Parade Senior co-chair and Irish Fest director Kevin Bundy, along with Jan Aylward, parade Junior co-Chair  released this statement:

“Mike Murphy helped make St. Patrick’s Day in Kansas City a special holiday. From a cheery little walk around the block of a downtown bar, the Parade turned into the largest one- day celebration in the city. Mike was proud of the Irish. We are proud of him. He was a legendary broadcaster, a friendly man and as Mike would always say of all his friends, “he’s a pal!” Mike you will always be our pal. Our prayers go out to your family and your many friends. Thank you for all you did for us. As the Irish blessing says, “May God hold you in the palm of his hand”.