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Calvin Murdoch Obituary
62, of Phoenix, AZ. passed away on November 22, 2012. AZ native, Vietnam Veteran, who enjoyed dirt track racing and family. Survived By, Mother Nelma, Brother Gary, Wife Laura, daughters Christina Chicharello, Lisa (Nicki) son-in-law Buddy Lanham, Sons Casey, Patrick, Jason, and 6 grandchildren. Graveside Services at National Memorial Cemetery December 7, 2012 at 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers donations to Hospice of the Valley.
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Sue Newsom
December 24, 2012
I will always remember the Great Times we had when Mom & Pops Lived next door ! God blessed us by allowing our family one more Party with you and your family !! Mom's 90th Birthday. Calvin will truly be missed....
Clair Carpenter
December 7, 2012
Well, Calvin, At least you are at peace and rest now. Too bad the miles kept us from getting to know each other better. You will be missed by family and friends.
John and Mary Alice Carroll
December 7, 2012
Thinking of all of you today. How fitting to lay him to rest on Pearl Harbor day. He will be missed.
Joe and Mitzi Boydell
December 6, 2012
Dear Laura and family, we were saddened to read of Calvin's passing. Though our history with each of you dates back more than 40 yrs, we found ourselves reflecting... My mom pulling me over on 19th Avenue after picking up Calvin hitchhiking to school. She didn't know he was a classmate and was scared/angry to think I'd pick up someone. I'll never forget his face with her screaming in the window, lol... Laura, you and I went to cosmetology school at Phoenix Union after West... You and my husband Joe knew each other from Nelson's Pool. So many years have passed... We wish well and healing thoughts to you and yours, tender hugs... Joe and Mitzi (Brodie) Boydell
Danny (Dan) Capps
December 4, 2012
I will miss cruising down Central in his yellow fast back Mustang. He wouldn't let me drive because I was only 15.
Tara Keehn
December 4, 2012
Calvin, there are so many things that we can remember you by, racing.. mountain dew, and when I hear the name Bandit I always think of your German Shepard. But most of all I will remember your sense of humor. I have a select few "favorite" stories that I will never forget, them or you. You will be missed!!! Do me a favor and give mom a hug for us.. also you two try not to get kicked out!
Bobbie Grimes
December 4, 2012
You will truly be missed Calvin.
Betty Alston
December 4, 2012
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Jan and Bruce R
December 3, 2012
Our thoughts are with you Laura and your whole family during this sad time.
Kaylah & Briella Lanham
December 3, 2012
Love You Poppy
December 3, 2012
We will love and miss you Dad (Poppy) Forever in our hearts
Love, Buddy, Nicki, Kaylah and Briella
yvonne lincoln
December 3, 2012
RIP
December 3, 2012
Sorry for your loss, Cal was a real fire cracker. Anyone that ever met him, surely will always remember him. Great Man.
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