Harold James Murphy A.K.A Jalissa Paige

Harold James Murphy, A.K.A Jalissa Paige, age 35, of Elkins, WV, died Friday, October 8, 2021, in Buckhannon, WV.

She was born November 25, 1985, in Clarksburg, WV. Jalissa is survived by her mother, Debbie Rushing of Buckhannon; her father, Harold “Chief” Murphy of Buckhannon; one brother, Stephen Arbogast of Buckhannon; three sisters, Joyce Arbogast, Linda Merriman and husband Chuck and Trina Sandy all of Buckhannon; several nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews; best friends, Natasha Cobb of Elkins and Chelsea Rodgers of Clarksburg; special cousin, Heather Cavins of MD and beloved dog, Feather Faith.

Jalissa was preceded in death by her special father, Rodney Rushing and infant brother and sister Michael and Heather Murphy.

In honoring her wishes, Jalissa will be cremated.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.polingstclair.com. Poling-St. Clair Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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