Betty Murdock
04/16/1928 - 02/26/2023
Betty Ann (Carroll) Murdock, age 94, passed away peacefully on February 26, 2023 in Houston, Texas surrounded by loved ones.
Betty Ann Carroll was born on April 16, 1928 to Walter and Verlin Carroll in Decatur, Georgia. She met her future husband E.C. (Ed) Murdock, Jr. while they were both attending the University of Georgia and where Betty was both a cheerleader and vocalist for one of the university's big bands. Betty and E.C. were married in Athens, Georgia in 1948 and made their home in Houston, raising three loving children. Betty will be deeply missed by her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Betty's outgoing nature brought joy to everyone she met. Her time at the University of Georgia and her career as an educator were perfect venues for her love of people and her ability to make anyone she met feel special. Betty's magnetic personality touched the lives of countless students, teachers and administrators over her 33 years in education. She considered the highlight of her career to be the 13 years that she spent as principal of Killough Middle School in Alief, Texas. Teachers and staff from her years at Killough continued to honor Betty with birthday celebrations into her late 80's. Yet as much as they loved her, she loved all of them even more.
A born leader and performer, Betty enjoyed nothing more than times playing "school" with her grandchildren, nieces, and nephews and also putting on impromptu dance and acting performances whenever the mood struck her (which was often). Betty loved playing golf with her family and friends and equally enjoyed following every Houston sporting team. Last but not least, Betty was a wonderful cook and took great delight in spoiling guests with amazing dinners.
Betty knew and loved her savior Jesus Christ and was preceded in death by her parents, brothers Jake and Gene, her sister Charlotte and her beloved son Gregory Stephen Murdock. She is survived by her husband of 74 years Ed Murdock, daughter Carroll Fain and husband Stephen, son Frank Murdock and wife Ronnea, daughter-in-law Eileen Pope, nine grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Betty was loved and adored by each member of her large family.
The impact of her loving personality will live on through those who were touched by her life.A private service will be held for family at Memorial Oaks Cemetery in Houston.

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Published by Houston Chronicle on Mar. 3, 2023.

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W. Brogan

March 6, 2023

My sympathies to the family. I was a student at Killough Middle School during the school´s first and second years as a 7th and 8th grader in 1976-1978.

The school was still under construction, so we had only a partial student population. Mrs. Murdock and the teachers were like parents to all of us.

I remember her ever present smile and when needed, stern guidance to set us straight. We were very fortunate to have been at Killough MS during that time.

Rest in Peace Mrs. Murdock.

Judy Johnson Henry

March 6, 2023

Mrs. Murdock was my homeroom teacher at Hamilton Jr High, 1966-1969. She was the perfect teacher—kind, caring, fun, thoughtful while also firm, inspiring & encouraging. I have very happy memories of her. My thoughts & prayers are with her family.

Marianne Allison West

March 5, 2023

When I was a new English teacher at Hamilton Jr. High in January, 1968 I remember Betty Murdock so fondly. She was such a role model and so helpful for someone like me, fresh out of college. I'm so pleased to read all the wonderful comments about her as it brings back many wonderful memories.

STEVE STOREMSKI

March 5, 2023

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Mrs Murdock was my English teacher. Hamilton Jr High 1967-1968.

Sharon Booth

March 4, 2023

Mrs Betty was my homeroom and English teacher at Hamilton Jr High from 1967 to 1969. We all loved her and still have that group picture of our homeroom on the school steps. I had the wonderful opportunity to again meet up with her when studying prenursing at Sam Houston State University where she was pursuing her Masters degree. We would meet at the student center for coffee and sodas. She was truly a wonderful educator, friend and trailblazer. Rest in peace Mrs Murdock.

Beverly Mason Harper

March 4, 2023

Mrs. Murdock was my 9th grade, 3rd period English . She was always so kind, and yet she got her points across. She had to be my most favorite teacher at Hamilton Jr. High. I know she will be missed.

Julie Robinson Green

March 4, 2023

Mrs murdock was my 9th grade English teacher at Hamilton jr hi in the heights. I loved her! Always upbeat, energetic, intelligent, great at teaching, caring, and so classy!!! I also loved seeing her again at waltrip hi. Not as my teacher there but as a friend. Sad to know that she is gone, but glad to see her obit of a long and well-lived life!
Julie Robinson Green

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