Steven Murdock

STEVEN MURDOCK ST. GEORGE, UT -- Steven Geary Murdock, 54, of St. George, Utah, died May 25, 2007, in St. George of injuries from an accident at work. He was born February 8, 1953, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, to Geary Jack Murdock and Shirley Ann Bates Murdock. He grew up and attended schools in Idaho Falls and graduated from Idaho Falls High School. He married Holly Ann Tawzer in Idaho Falls, and they would have celebrated their 25th anniversary on December 1, 2007. He worked as a concrete finisher in construction work, and previously as a security inspector at the INL. A lifelong resident of Idaho Falls, he moved to St. George five months ago to work. He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in various callings, including the Special Needs Adult Primary. He was an active committee member of the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation. He was an avid bow hunter, enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing, and was actively involved in the area pool league and tournaments. Survivors include: Wife: Holly Murdock of St. George, UT Son: Lance Murdock of Idaho Falls, ID Son: Stacey (Melinda) Murdock of Beaverton, OR Son: Kelly (Lori) Murdock of Idaho Falls, ID Mother: Shirley Murdock of Idaho Falls, ID Brother: Alan (Lisa) Murdock of Victor, ID 8 Grandchildren He was preceded in death by his father and his grandparents. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, June 2, 2007, at the Idaho Falls LDS 31st Ward, 1165 Azalea, with Bishop Richard Stewart officiating. The family will visit with friends Friday from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Wood Funeral Home, 273 N. Ridge, and Saturday from 10 to 10:45 a.m. at the church. Burial will be in the Ammon Cemetery. ----------------------------------------- Condolences received online: Janet Neitzel idjaneeee@gmail.com Holly and family, Words cannot express the sorrow I feel for you at this time. Steve was a wonderful person and will live on in many of our hearts. May peace be with you now and always. All my love, Janet Donnagay Galbraith Applonie I grew up with Steve. We had so much fun. I have so many special memories. I send to you and every member of the family my deepest sympathy. From-Donnagay and Aunt Myrtle's Family. Rex and Shelley Jorgensen Dear Holly, There are no words to express our deep sorrow and sadness at Steve's untimely passing. He was a great person and truly a good friend. He will be sorely missed. Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Regina My deepest condolences for the loss of your husband/ father and grandpa. I can't imagine your pain. Please know that you and Steve are in my thoughts and prayers at this time. Louise DeRoche derochehorses@onewest.net Holly I was so sad when I heard the news about Steve. He was always so polite and helpful at Primary. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Louise DeRoche Special Needs Primary Tom Goodell maddtz@rraz.net Hearing about your husband’s passing has weighed heavy on me today. I am so sorry about your loss. Tom The Lamb Family We are going to miss Steve so much. We wish we could be there with you, Holly & Lance. You are in our prayers and thoughts. Families Can Be Forever!! Love, Kirk, Maria & Family Ray and Linda Proctor jitrbuglinda@hughes.net Holly and family, I was deeply shocked and saddened when I heard about Steve's untimely death. I didn't get to know him as well as I would have liked to ....he was always so friendly and nice to me. Please accept my condolences and know that you will be in my prayers. Love, Linda Proctor Anne and Karen Bates kbates@pngusa.net We both send our deepest condolence to Shirley and Holly for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and family. Your Cousin Anne and Karen I am truly sorry for your loss. I worked with Steve on the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Committee. Steve was a tireless worker for this cause. His dedication to the mission of the RMEF was very evident. The Tex Creek chapter will miss his strength and his generosity. Bill Helm Debra (Herrera) Wagner rwagner63@msn.com I will always hold close to my heart the fondest memories of growing up with Steve & Alan, and the many good times our families shared. I am filled with the deepest, heartfelt sorrow as I write this note. "Blessed are they that mourn, for they shall be comforted." God Bless you all during this difficult time. Sending my love from afar..... Debi Ken Seek and Adair Clapp AHydeNSeek@aol.com Our deepest sympathy for your loss. We considered him a good friend and all around good guy. He will be missed. Susan Shinn grasshoppr@hotmail.com Steve was such a great person and will be sorely missed but never forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Susan Chet & Stacy Randall csrandall57@msn.com Holly & Lance, We are thinking of you and wish we could be up there with you this weekend. Our heart aches for the loss of Steve and miss him so much. Please let us do whatever we can to help you through this. We love you with all our heart. Love - Chet, Stacy & Family Dick and Mary Kay Jenkins dmkjenkins@cableone.net Holly, we are so grateful to have known Steve and he would be so happy with the services today and very proud of his boys and you stay strong and please call if we can help with anything!!! Love you, Dick and Amry Kay Beth Wilkinson bwilkinson@stoller.com Dear Holly and family, I was shocked and deeply saddened at Steve's untimely passing. I knew Steve from playing pool at Pockets, he was always very nice and helpful with me learning the game. I will always remember his smile and consideration. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Beth