Lola Nan "Sister" Wilkins Murphy, 90, of Pink Hill passed away January 28, 2025, in the comfort of her daughter's home with her family by her side. Lola Nan was born in Harnett County, NC to Luther & Lola Taylor Wilkins on August 19, 1934.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Chilton Douglas Murphy; brothers, John Wilkins, Paul Wilkins, Morris Allen "Arch" Wilkins & Leamon Wilkins; sisters, Clara Mae Barwick and Patsy Wilkins Kelly and stepdaughter, Susan "Cookie" Murphy Turner.

A comfort to many and a joy to all, most of her time was spent taking care of her family, friends, and her community. Known for her legendary kitchen, where countless family gatherings were centered around her table, she cherished moments spent sharing stories and creating memories with her beloved grandchildren. A few of her family's favorites were her fried chicken, chicken pastry, hamburger steak & gravy, homemade biscuits, vegetable soup and collards. During the summer she could be found under a shade tree with her grandchildren and her sisters, shucking corn or shelling butter beans and peas. A loving and wonderful woman until the very end, she will be greatly missed.

Lola is survived by her daughter, Nan "Chilly" Kennedy (Timmy); grandchildren, Joshua Kennedy (Amanda) & Jesi Kennedy Dotson (Drew); great-grandchildren, Cainan Kennedy, Molly Kate Kennedy & Charleston Dotson, Cameron Bostic, Brody Blizzard, Noah Blizzard & Josie Blizzard; sisters, Shirley Wilkins Herring & Shelby Jean Herring; many special nieces and nephews & step-children, Hal Murphy (Jennifer) and Penny Murphy

A funeral service will be held Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 5:00 PM with formal visitation to follow at Community Funeral Home, Beulaville, NC.  A graveside service will be held Sunday, February 2, 2025 at 2:00 PM at Oak Ridge Memorial Park, Pink Hill, NC.

The family would like to thank Parish Family Care, Gentiva Hospice and many special caregivers.

Community Funeral Home is honored to serve the Murphy family.