The city of Flint, Michigan, is mourning the loss of City Councilman Quincy Murphy, who passed away, as confirmed by the city yesterday. Known for his advocacy and tireless work within the community, Murphy began serving as the Third Ward councilman after his election victory in 2022. In his brief tenure, he became recognized for his commitment to the city, particularly when it came to issues like blight elimination and community development.
Mayor Sheldon Neeley expressed his condolences and called for privacy on behalf of the councilman’s family. “My prayers are with Councilman Murphy’s family, friends, and all those who loved him,” Neeley stated. “During this difficult time of grief, I ask our community to respect the privacy of Councilman Murphy’s family. This is a moment to come together as one unified community in the spirit of service that Mr. Murphy embodied.” The flag at Flint City Hall is set to be lowered to half-staff beginning Monday, September 30, in his honor, as noted by MID-Michigan.
According to a statement from the city cited by ABC12, Murphy’s role as a beloved community activist and advocate for the residents he served was underscored through his work. Ladel Lewis, Flint City Council President, said, “Councilman Murphy’s passion for Flint was unmatched. His dedication to blight elimination and community development is why a third ward has thrived so much during his tenure.”…