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Katie Murdock Obituary
Katie was born April 25, 1959, in Jarratt, Va. Katie graduated from Sussex County Public Schools in 1977 and continued her education at Virginia State University for two years. Katie was a dedicated employee at Best products, Hopewell, Va., for 18 years until they closed. Katie accepted a position at Owens and Minor in 1998 as a computer programmer until her health declined. Katie was a very kind and giving person with positive words to lift your spirits. She always had a pleasant smile no matter how she felt. She was a faithful member of Good Shepherd Baptist Church. She loved her family and friends, and loved to plan family gatherings.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Bertha M. and George Rose Jr.
She leaves to treasure her memory, two children, Mitchell and Kimberly Murdock of Petersburg, Va.; devoted and loving caretaker, Terry Claiborne of Petersburg, Va.; three brothers, Clyde Rose of Petersburg, Va., Samuel Rose of Roanoke, Va., and Randolph Rose (Judy) of Woodbridge, Va.; four sisters, Vanessa J. Rose and Cheryl R. Drumgoole (Carlester), both Petersburg, Va., Lorraine R. Moore (Ted) of Hopewell, Va., and Deborah R. Adams (Michael) of Colonial Heights, Va.; 10 grandchildren, Marquiece, Shey'yonna, Mitchell Jr., Tyekel, Tyhiem, Khalil, Kamari, Samorion, Albany and India Murdock; one aunt; four great-aunts; four great-uncles; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends, mong them devoted friends, Brenda Hughes, Lahoma Morgan, Garlette James, Donna Holloway, Carolyn Brown and Helen Jones.
A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 22, 2009, at Good Shepherd Baptist Church, 2223 S. Crater Road, Petersburg, Va.; tThe Rev. Jeffrey L. Reaves Sr., senior pastor, officiating. The interment to follow at Hill's Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2009, at the chapel of J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va. Family and friends attending may assemble one hour prior at 2 Wheelhouse Court, Petersburg, Va.
Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Ms. Murdock online at www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com where you may view a video tribute online or at the establishment.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of the J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va., (804) 732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Katie Murdock
Sussex Central Class of 1977
January 24, 2009
In loving memory of our classmate Katie Rose. We will always cherish the memories our time spent together and will never forget your warm smile. You will always live in our hearts and will be deeply missed.
Brenda Hughes
January 22, 2009
Kim, Mitch, Terry, Debra, Lorraine, Cheryl, Vanessa, Clyde, Randy and Sam:
When Cheryl called me and said Katie had passed, I could not cry, I grieved for the family but I knew she was in a better place. When I saw her lying there smiling at me, I thought she has seen the face of Jesus. Such calm and peace I hope to see one day, no more crying, no more pain. I will always be there for each and every one of you, because I know that is what Katie would have wanted. No matter the hour call me, just to vent, to share in your sorrow, your joys and hopes and dreams. I could never measure up to Katie I was the head strong one, she would say “Wait, wait, wait Brenda and then rationalize out whatever I was going to jump into head first. She was a logical, intelligent and caring human being that I am so grateful to God that he allowed me to share in her life for thirty years. Stay strong and know that you are always in my thought and prayers.
Peace and much love,
Brenda Hughes
Sonya Seaborn Broady
January 22, 2009
To The Rose Family,
I remember Katie when you guys attended Morning Star, she always had a sweet spirit. Take comfort in knowing you will have a special guardian angel watching over each of you.
January 22, 2009
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Jim Barnes
January 22, 2009
My prayers are with this famliy doing this very difficult time. My God comfort and strengthen at this time.
Cathie Wade
January 22, 2009
I worked with Katie at Best Products and Owen & Minor and she was a very special person and true friend. She will be truly missed. God Bless you today and always. My prayer are with Katie’s family doing this time.
Cathie Wade
teresa parham
January 21, 2009
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Lawrence Spells
January 21, 2009
Kim, Mitch, Cheryl, Deborah Lorraine, Vanessa Clyde, Randy, and Sam; my heart is filled with sadness at your loss of Katie. I can not imagine the pain you feel now but I wanted to let you know that my loving thoughts are with you. I can only say how much I will miss Katie as well. No words can express how much a part of my life Katie was, and will always be. Katie was a jewel among us, always giving us a shining example of kindness, caring, loving, and fun. Katie was more than my former co-worker, she was my genuine friend. Although distance and time took us in different directions through life, she was always close to me. Even though the time I spent with Katie was all too infrequent, when we were together our bonds were reinforced by the simplest of activities. She made me welcome no matter what was transpiring in her life and no matter how busy she may have been at any given time. Indeed she made me a better man!! God gave us a true woman that remains with us through the rest of our lives, so close yet not with us in body any longer.
Catherine Mason
January 21, 2009
My deepest condolences and thoughts are with you during your time of grief. Sorry i could not be there.
Katrina Bolling
January 21, 2009
Vannessa,Lorraine, Cheryl and the Rose family:
Katie knew the lord and she lived a blessed life, she now have peace and no more pain. Katie's beautiful personality and smile is the legacy left to all who knew her.
I pray that your family will endure this loss by the same faith and strength that Katie did "GOD is an awesome GOD"
Janet Scott
January 21, 2009
My thoughts and prayers go out to Katies family. As a co-worker of hers she always had a smile on her face and joy in her voice. She was a wonderful friend and co-worker. She will be deeply missed and never forgotten.
Tarnisha Rose
January 20, 2009
Aunt Katie,
You were my mother's big sister,therefor my second mother. I loved you so much. You were there for my birth, my pre-school graduation, elementary graduation, band concerts, plays, pageants, high school graduation, encouraged me to go to college, there for the birth of my child, provided a home for us, loved, nurtured and supported us. You were always there to cheer your loved ones on. The best thing about you is regardless of how you felt and what the circumstance was, there was a humble smile gracing your loving face. You mean the world to me. Although I ache to know you're gone, I find peace at knowing that you're no longer suffering. You were an angel here and will be a great angel in heaven, your new home. You'll be greatly missed by all of the lives that you touched.
Love your niece,
Tee Tee
Jean N. Porter
January 20, 2009
Kim & Mitch,
May the comfort of your mother's memories and her smile be of comfort to you during this time. I wish you God's peace and blessings to get you through this.
You have a piece of her and several "mini-Katie's" with you at all times.
Remember, you always have friends who are in your corner when you need them...no matter how far they are away.
Shirley Bailey
January 20, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Frances Mahanes
January 20, 2009
Just wanted to say that Katie was a wonderful individual. She was always smilen no matter what. She would come into the cafe and brighten everyones day. I remember all she would buy from the cafe was her vegtables. That was her favorite. We sure will miss her lots. I'm so sorry god took her so early. She is in a good place and we will have the family in our prayers. She will be missed so much by us. James and Frances Minnis.
Barbara Jenkins
January 20, 2009
Our prayers go out to you and your family at this time of need. From knowing Ms Katie she was a sweet person to be around. Ms. Katie will be missed, know that god makes no mistakes.
Jackie Dyer
January 20, 2009
The presence and love of God radiated in your smile and your whole being - what a special person you were and an inspiration to us all! I will miss you!
Rhonda McFadden
January 20, 2009
To the entire Rose Family:
We will all miss our dear cousin who will remain in our hearts as amazingly beautiful at all times. We thank you all for your family support throughout the years. God will surely continue to shine in and through you as Katie's legacy thrives. Look to Jesus as only He can provide comfort both now and always.
Tricia & Pam Jones
January 20, 2009
To Vanessa & Clyde and the rest of the family. Ms. Jones, pam & I were sadden to here of the passing of katie. May god bless each of you.
Valencia Bonner
January 20, 2009
May God keep you in his arms, as I always keep you and your family in my prayers.
Patricia Tucker
January 20, 2009
To: Cheryl, Lorraine, Vanessa, Deborah, Randolph and Clyde: May the God of hope, peace, and understanding comfort you in this time of sorrow. Edward, Patricia, Marc & Brian Tucker
Jean Vizthum
January 19, 2009
KATIE WAS NEVER ONE TO COMPLAIN. She always had a smile and something nice to say about everyone. She loved her family . I will miss her , she was a very special friend. Knowing that she is not suffering and is at peace will bring comfort to us all. With love and prayers
Gloria Jones
January 19, 2009
Vanessa, Lorraine and family
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Just know that she is at peace and any pain she endured on earth, is now gone. If there is anything I can do for you, please let me know.
Erma Mallory
January 19, 2009
Kathie, was a beauty person one of a kind her beauty was inside and out. She always had a smile on her face. May her memories be enough to get you all through this sad time.
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with you all.
Penny Thomas
January 19, 2009
I am saddened by your loss. Katie was a beautiful person, and her beautiful radiant smile will be missed. She truly was a SOLDIER and a Fighter. The family will be in my Prayers and Thoughts.
In HIS Love
Penny
David Metcalf
January 19, 2009
The Angels are surely more blessed today as they are sharing your smile which we will all remember. I look forward to that day when I join you in heaven and see your smile once again. I saw the Christ in you so many times as I worked with you over the years. You were an example we should all strive to live up to. My prayers are with your family.
shell Roberson
January 19, 2009
May God give you,the family the strength needed to try and cope with your loss.I worked with Katie and she was indeed a wonderful individual always with kind words and so full of joy and beauty of God's blessings. Of all that she was going through she always maintained a positive attitude. I share your loss with you. remember her words always spoke for the type of individual she was. May God give you all the strength needed to cope.
Marian (Cookie) Thornton
January 19, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Valarie Patterson-Ricks
January 19, 2009
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Anne Lee McCorey
January 19, 2009
I worked with Katie at both Best Products and Owens & Minor. She was a great teammate, and I will always remember her smile.
The Evans Family
January 19, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Lois Hill
January 19, 2009
My dear friend Katie, I will miss you and your loving spirit. The world was a better place when you were here and now heaven is blessed with your presence. I will always remember you.
monica johnson
January 18, 2009
Sorry for your loss, she was a great person. Monica Johnnson and Tyler Coles
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