Daniel J. Murdoch

Daniel J. Murdoch, 76 of Rochester went Home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 6, 2025. His passing occurred peacefully at his residence in Rochester, PA.
Born in Monaca, he was a son of the late Archibald and Marcella (Booth) Murdoch, whose lineage intriguingly traced back to John Wilkes Booth. Dan was also predeceased by his brothers, Archibald and Mark Murdoch.
Dan is survived by his beloved wife of nearly 38 years, Rose Mary Bosco Murdoch. He leaves three daughters, Sandra (Scott) Nail, Danielle (Gary) Whoric, and Laurel (Steve) Michele, and two stepsons, Robert Allen Kruise and Keith Christopher Kruise. He was the grandfather of fifteen grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren.
Dan is also survived by his siblings, Susan (Jack) Niedergal, Michael (Monica) Murdoch, and Kevin Murdoch.
Before his career, Dan attended Monaca High School and, demonstrating his commitment to service, enlisted in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. Upon returning to civilian life, he embarked on a career as a MetLife representative, where he dedicated over 20 years of service.
Dan's passion for life extended well beyond his professional endeavors. As a devoted President of the Search 1 Rescue Team of Beaver County, he made significant contributions to the safety and well-being of his community. An outdoorsman at heart, Dan loved to fish, camp, and hunt in Cook's Forest.
His service to others continued through his active membership in the Rochester VFW Post 128 and the American Legion Post 19 in New Brighton. Dan's involvement in these organizations reflected his unwavering patriotism and his desire to connect with fellow veterans.
A Celebration of Life service will be held with military honors (date and time to be announced) at the Rochester V F W Post 128, 179 Virginia Avenue, Rochester. Private interment will take place at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies.
The family has suggested memorial contributions be made, if desired in Dan's memory to the Wounded Warriors Foundation.