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Francis Murdock Obituary

Murdock - Francis J. (Frank), on March 10, 2025, age 93. Married 68 years to Helen K. Murdock. Loving father of Frank (Barbara), Helen (Kerry), Greg (Cindy), Paul (Ming-Hui). Grandfather to Stephanie (Jack), Brittany,

Christopher, Molly, Kyle, Laura,

Kelly, Meredith, Naomi,

Olivia. Great-grandfather to Elsie, Caden, KJ. Many loving nieces, nephews, and friends. Engineer at Hazeltine, Sperry, Unisys. Manhattan College and NYU graduate. Worked with the Suffolk County Board of Elections. Active in the Civil Rights Movement. Lover of music from Mozart to Tina Turner. Fueled by pizza, Carvel, and the love of his family. His legacy: "and in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make." Celebration of Life at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please donate to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in his memory.

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Published by Newsday on Mar. 16, 2025.

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Rich Perlman

March 31, 2025

Dear Helen,

I am a volunteer at Gurwin 6 days a week and I saw Frank several times a week, and I am certain that you and I met more than once. I am saddened to learn of Frank´s passing. Remember, that even though he has entered into the life of eternal peace, he still abides with you in the acts of goodness he performed and in the hearts of those who will always cherish his blessed memory. May the beauty of his life serve as a loving benediction, and may the Almighty grant you and your family comfort and peace.

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Paul Porcino

March 21, 2025

I have so many wonderful memories of Frank, and the Murdocks. Being in Teams together and the great get-togethers, including at Sunken Meadow. I remember Frank was always the encourager of games. Then staying at your house for a couple of weeks while my parents were away, including over one Halloween. He was a man of compassion, caring and love. Many warm thoughts to the whole family. May you all find peace in the loving memories. Paul Porcino

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