Scott A. Murley, 59, of Derry, NH, died Friday October 30, 2026, in Community Hospice House in Merrimack, NH following a period of declining health. He was born on May 4, 1967, in Malden, MA, a son of John Bonzey and Elaine (Williams) Parsons.
Scott was a talented cook and a graduate of Johnson & Wales University, where he excelled in his culinary studies. Throughout his career, he managed many restaurants in the surrounding communities. He enjoyed watching the Patriots and Red Sox, had a great appreciation for history, and was always happy to share his knowledge with others. Known for his quick wit and wonderful sense of humor, Scott had a way of making those around him laugh. He will be remembered for his stories, his laughter, and the love he had for his family.
In addition to his mother of Derry, he is survived by his daughter, Mikala Zylinski and husband Michael of Goffstown, NH; his son, Triston Murley of Charleston, SC; two grandchildren, Madison Knight and Myla Zylinski both of Goffstown, NH, his siblings, Christine Murley of Derry, Matthew Parsons of Abington, MA, Diane Perullo of Saugus, MA Robert Murley of Gloucester, MA, Elizabeth Stodolski of Bedford, NH, William Murley of North Carolina, and Richard Murley of California, his aunt and uncle, Cynthia and William Regan of Tewksbury, MA, as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his step-father, Kenneth Parsons.
Calling hours will be held on Thursday November 5, 2026 from 4 - 6:00 pm in the Peabody Funeral Homes and Crematorium, 15 Birch St., Derry. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Scott's memory to the Community Hospice House, 210 Naticook Road, Merrimack, NH 03054 or at https://hhhc.org/make-a-gift/donation/