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Margaret Murdoch Obituary
POWELL age 92, passed away Friday, June 4, 2010. Mrs. Murdoch was a homemaker and devoted to her husband and family. She was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, former Orange County Commissioner, John T. (Jack)
Murdoch and her eight siblings. Mrs. Murdoch is survived by her daughters, Barbara Murdoch McConnell (Don) and Jane
Murdoch Gianelloni; grandchildren, John Chadwick McConnell
(Shellie), Apopka, FL, April LeeAnn Brown (Matthew), Canton, GA and Major John Earl Gianelloni, Atlanta, GA; great-grandchildren, Peyton Kinsey McConnell and Ryan
Murphy McConnell. Graveside Service will be held at Woodlawn Memorial Park on Monday, June 7, at 10 a.m. with Rev. Graham (Bud) Walker officiating. In lieu of flowers, please sponsor Barbara Murdoch McConnell as she participates in the 2010 Greater Orlando Heart Walk in honor of her mother, Margaret Powell Murdoch
(tinyurl.com/heartwalk2010). Arrangements by Carey Hand
Colonial Funeral Home, 2811 Curry Ford Road, Orlando, FL 32806, 407-898-2561.
www.careyhandcolonialfh.com
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Chris & Ricky Williams
June 11, 2010
Aunt Rete was one of the sweetest and kindest people I have ever known. I will never forget her sweet smile, the funny things she could say, and how she always took care of us and fed us very well when we visited. I have many, many fond memories of times spent with her and the family in Florida. We will miss her. Blessings, to you all. Love you.
Ilene Reiss Tacker
June 9, 2010
Barbara, I remember your mom as one of the sweetest, most sincere and loving people I have ever met. Spending as much time at your house as mine during our senior year, Jane and I could have driven Rete batty. But we didn't. She was calm and lovely and sweet and I loved her. Ilene Reiss Tacker
Ann Hartle
June 8, 2010
I met 'Rete' in 1950 when she hosted the wedding of my friend, Minnette, and her little brother, Al in the Murdoch home. Barbara & Jane were little tots running around; Beverly played the piano at the ceremony. We lost touch over the years but were reconnected at Gladys' funeral four years ago. Since then I have often visited her at Westminster, and we visited Jane together. I will miss this wonderful lady, but I know she's happy being reunited with Jimmy, Al, E.T, and the rest of the Powell clan - including their fun-loving Mama! Bless you, Barbara, for your loving care and devotion to your Mom and sister, Jane.
Steve Powell
June 8, 2010
Please accept our heartfelt sympathy on the passing of your Mother. Loving memories will always be cherished in our hearts and minds of her in a great life lived.
Steve & JoLinn Powell
Brian Roquemore
June 7, 2010
Greetings. Sorry for your lose, but it's nice to know she had a long life. Years ago I knew a Barbara Murdock who went to Cherokee and Boone. If you know this person, I would love to hear from her.
Blessings!
Brian Roquemore 407-963-0831
Mollie Genrich
June 7, 2010
We are saddened to hear of the passing of your mother. We so enjoyed visiting with you both and listening to Margaret and Elsie's girlhood antics. She had a long and wonderful life and I am sure that gives you comfort.Love and God's blessings , Elsie Powell Cooper and Mollie Genrich.
June 7, 2010
Margaret was a wonderful person and will be missed. I will miss her smile and her always being willing to listen. I know she is a welcome addition to heaven.Carol Dickinson
Robert & Carol Dickinson
June 7, 2010
Margaret will be missed greatly. Carol and I loved her as much as our own mothers. We send our love to all.
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