Howard Waldrop

Harriet Mitchell Murphy

Jul 05, 1927 - Jan 16, 2024

Austin, TX

"Harriet Mitchell Murphy was a trailblazing judge and civil rights advocate. She passed away on January 17th, 2024, at her home in Austin, Texas, at the age of 96. Murphy made history as the first Black woman permanently appointed to a judgeship in Texas. Graduating from the University Of Texas School Of Law in 1969, she overcame numerous obstacles, including racial discrimination, to pursue her passion for justice. Throughout her illustrious career, Murphy served as a beacon of hope and inspiration, fighting against injustice and championing equality for all. Her remarkable achievements include sitting as a judge in Austin for two decades and earning accolades such as induction into the National Bar Association Hall of Fame in 2010. Born in Atlanta, Georgia, in 1927, Murphy's dedication to social justice was evident from a young age. She confronted racial discrimination head-on, even facing down the Ku Klux Klan during the Jim Crow era. Murphy's impact extended beyond the courtroom. She shared her experiences and insights through her memoir, ""There All Honor Lies,"" published in 2018, and continued to inspire future generations through her teachings at institutions like Prairie View A&M University and Huston-Tillotson University. Harriet Mitchell Murphy leaves behind a legacy of courage, resilience, and unwavering commitment to justice. She will be remembered as a true pioneer and a tireless advocate for civil rights. "

Amy Leah Ann Dickinson

Jan 05, 1970 - Jan 20, 1970

Austin, TX

Amy Leah Ann Dickinson, 41, of Austin, TX, died Dec, 17 2023, in Austin, TX. Amy Leah Ann was born Feb, 23 1982 in Jasper, AL. Arrangements are by Affordable Burial & Cremation Service.