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Quentin C. Murdock

1919 - 2018

Quentin C. Murdock obituary, 1919-2018, Rockford, ID

BORN

1919

DIED

2018

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Blackfoot, Idaho

Quentin Murdock Obituary

Quentin C. Murdock

Rockford - Quentin C. Murdock, 99, long-time resident of Rockford, passed away Saturday, November 10, 2018 at MorningStar Senior Living of Idaho Falls.

Quentin was born July 29, 1919 in Rockford, Idaho, to Daniel Lewis Murdock and Annie Pearl Jones Murdock.

He spent his lifetime in the Rockford area. He graduated from Thomas High School in 1938 and from the University of Idaho in 1942 with a B.S. in Dairy Manufacturing. Immediately after graduation he enlisted in the US Army. After basic training, he was assigned to the the First Infantry Division (the Big Red One) and sent to take part in the invasion of North Africa, where he received the silver and bronze star. He was a POW in Africa for a short time but was able to escape and return to his company. Following the action in North Africa, his company was assigned to the invasion of Sicily. After the liberation of Sicily, he returned to England for training before taking part in the first assault wave on Omaha Beach as part of the D-Day Normandy invasion. Recurrent malaria eventually brought him home.

After returning from the war Quentin married Elda Mae Hutchinson in Pocatello in 1947. He worked as a County Agent in Fremont County before deciding to go back to his "roots". He purchased 240 acres west of Rockford, cleared the brush, dug a well and installed sprinklers. Quentin was a successful farmer, eventually expanding his farm to over 1000 acres. He ran a feedlot where he fattened up to 3000 head of cattle. He was the Director of the Eastern Idaho Production Credit Association for 15 years. In 1985 he was inducted into the Eastern Idaho Agricultural Hall of Fame. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in the Elders Quorum Presidency and as a finance clerk.

Quentin and Elda Mae had two children, Leigh Ann and Susan Kay. They later divorced.

On April 17, 1976 he married Michiko (Miko) Narita in Rockford, Idaho. They were later sealed in the Idaho Falls LDS Temple on May 2, 1978 and raised two sons, John and Edward. He and Miko also served as temple officiators for 20 years.

Quentin enjoyed golfing, fishing, and hunting and especially boating. He and Miko have a home in St. George, Utah where they spent their winters.

Quentin is survived by his wife, Michiko of Blackfoot; children, Leigh Ann (James) Tidey of Waukesha, WI, Susan (Blaine) Oakeson of Ogden, UT, John (Katherine) Murdock of Spanish Fork, UT and Edward Murdock of Lexington, KY; 17 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren; and siblings, Atha Aikle of St. George, UT and Dale Murdock of Thomas.

He was preceded in death by his first wife, Elda; parents, Daniel and Annie Pearl Murdock; and siblings, Orvil, Elwin, Fenoi, Velda, LaVar and Dannette.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, November 17, 2018 at the Thomas 2nd Ward Chapel. The family will meet with friends and relatives from 6-8:00 p.m. Friday, November 16, 2018 at the Hawker Funeral Home and again one hour prior to the service at the church. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.hawkerfuneralhome.com.

Published by Spectrum & Daily News on Nov. 16, 2018.
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I was a classmate of Leigh Ann Murdock and went to church each Sunday with their family. So I knew Quentin Murdock. I remember him with fondness. My immediate reaction of hearing of his passing was that he was a very good man. My dad, Pat Fielding, loved the man and Quentin served with him in the bishopric in some capacity, perhaps as ward clerk, I don't really remember. I just know that my dad held him in high esteem. As my dad passed away a few years ago, perhaps they have met in some celestial rendevous and are enjoying each other's company anew. Quentin had a jolly disposition and a ready smile, just as the picture above shows. On behalf of the Fielding family, we extend our warmest love, condolence, and sadness at your loss of his companionship in this life. But I suspect that, for him, at his age, passing was a blessing. His legacy of courage, faith, industry and hard work, and loyalty and service to family and country will live on forever.

J Alan Fielding

Neighbor

November 24, 2018

I was saddened to hear of the passing of Mr. Murdock. He was a true American Hero. He blessed the lives of 100 of students at Dixie Highs School by coming in and speaking to my U S History classes. I truly appreciated the time he gave to us. He was so kind and interested in the students. They loved hearing his message and always wanted pictures with him after he finished speaking. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. Ellen Stucki, Dixie High School, St. George, Utah.

Ellen Stucki

Friend

November 17, 2018

Sincere condolences to the family of a great man, husband, father, grand father,uncle and friend. He gave so much to his family, community and country. He was my uncle and neighbor while growing up in Rockford and I had no idea of his military service to our country until my adult life which made me appreciate and honor him even more than I did as a kid. Thoughts and prayers to the family, I wish I could be there for hugs....please accept them from afar.

Mindy Murdock

November 16, 2018

So sorry to hear about your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Your family was one of the staples that we all remembered while growing up. You were neighbors and friends.

Connie (Nii) Mock

November 16, 2018

So very sorry to learn of the passing of Quentin . He was a neighbor for so many years... Bought my Mom, Michi Nii her first clothes dryer because she couldn't hang her clothes out to dry because of the feedlot smell anymore. So many fond memories of me and Susie getting into trouble , starting a fire on the hay stack... Listening to both Quentin and my Dad yelling at us. My deepest sympathies to you, Miko and all of Quentin's families. May the good memories of him bring you much peace. Sincerely, Barbie (Nii) Rounds , Jupiter, Florida

Barbara Rounds

Neighbor

November 16, 2018

I loved this man. He was a great man.

SHAWN CLARK

Friend

November 16, 2018

Quentin Murdock, was the epitome of the Greatest Generation. His service along with those of his generation was unparalleled in our nations history. Not only did he serve heroically, but he came home and built a great life for both himself and his family. I, for one, was inspired by the life of Quentin Murdock. Prayers to the family, and thank you Mr. Murdock for your service and sacrifice. May you Rest In Peace

Craig Richardson

Friend

November 16, 2018

Our thouthts and prayers are with the family of an outstanding man, Quentin.

Gaylon and Barbara Howell

Acquaintance

November 15, 2018

It is with sincere sympathy that I send my regards on the loss of dear Quentin.

Please know, your family is in my thoughts and prayers during this sad time.

Sincerely,
Sue Goodman
Bingham Memorial Hospital

Sue Goodman Bingham Memorial Hospital

Acquaintance

November 15, 2018

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