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Gene Murphree
Back in the Summer of 1976, I started out selling
fruits and vegetables out of my truck. I quickly
grew to love the business. My father worked at a
grocery store produce section. In the Spring of
1978 I found this location and started out
basically as a small fruit and vegetable stand. My
son Brad took his first step here. With so many
loyal customers that have stayed with us so
many years, I truly feel blessed.
This line of business comes with many
challenges. One being not knowing what will be
available in any given season. However, I would
rather be without a particular fruit than put out a
poor quality product.
We want to be part of the community and be
here for our customers with a fair price and make
them feel like family.
Kathy Murphree
I had an offce job for about 10
years and started working at
Murphree’s in 1986.
My son Brad was born in 1987 and
we set up a nursery in the back of
the store. Many of our customers
have watched him grow. Some
held and played with him. I
remember putting him in apple
boxes for him to play in.
It is a joy to see happy, satisfied
customers come back time and
time again.
Brad Murphree
I have practically grown up at
Murphree’s. I have been here
since I was born. I started
working Summers at the age of
15 and came on full time after
high school and became an
owner in 2010.
I truly enjoy the daily routine,
interacting with customers and
helping them find what they are
looking for. And also offer
information and advise.
Working at Murphree’s isn’t a job,
it is the life I love.
Gene
Kathy
Brad
