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Ruth Murdock Obituary
SALISBURY - Mrs. Ruth Maxwell Murdock, age 73, of 1021 W. Horah St., passed on Friday, June 18, 2010 at Rowan Regional Medical Center.
She was born March 26, 1937 in Rowan County to the late George and Minnie Ivery Maxwell. She was educated in the public schools in Rowan County and attended R. L. Clement High School.
Mrs. Murdock was a member of Gethsemane Missionary Baptist Church. She was last employed at the V. A. Medical Center.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, James Lee Murdock in 1965.
Left to cherish her memory are eight sons, James Murdock, Jr (Cynthia) of Charlotte, Rev. Dr. Wayne Murdock of Salisbury, Thomas Keith Murdock of Landis, Mark A. Murdock of Douglasville, Ga., Kelly E. Murdock (Ana) of Charlotte, Timothy Murdock (Robin) of Charlotte, Samuel C. Murdock of Salisbury, and Carlus Murdock of Salisbury; seven Grandchildren, three great-grandchildren; a sister, Mildred Wilson (William) of Salisbury; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.
Visitation: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Wednesday at Gethsemane Missionary Baptist Church.
Service: 12 p.m. Wednesday at the church with the Pastor Rev. Dr. Clary L. Phelps officiating. Eulogy will be given by Rev. Dr. Wayne Murdock.
Interment shall take place after the service
At other times the family will receive friends at the home.
Noble and Kelsey Funeral Home, Inc is assisting the Murdock Family. Online condolences may be sent to nobleandkelsey.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ruth Murdock
Susan Brown
June 27, 2010
My deepest sympathy to all the Murdock family.May all the memories you have, put a smile on your face and bring peace to your hearts.
June 23, 2010
Rev.Dr. Murdock & Family,
Very sorry to here of your loss our prayers are with you.
Jerome Tabor & Family
June 23, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Brenda Cowan
June 23, 2010
I have truly enjoyed the friendship I shared with Mrs Murdock and will truly miss her. May God give you strength as you endure your grief.
Love,
Annie Duncan
June 22, 2010
To the Murdock Family:
Ruth was one of my favorite people. We always chatted with each other in Lafayette Apts. When she moved on Horah Street, we still had our catch up times especially during Livingstone College's homecoming. Ruth always allowed me to park in her yard. She will be greatly missed. To Thomas, my classmate at Monroe Street School,and the rest of the family, I know your Mother loved you all dearly. Remember the jewel that God sent your way and know that He will continue to keep you comforted.
Sincerely,
Annie Gaither Duncan
Diane Byers
June 22, 2010
With deep sympathy. Thinking of you at this time and hoping God ease the pain for the family Vergie Byers, Ray Byers and Diane Byers
June 22, 2010
Wayne Murdock & Family,
Praying for you and your family in the loss of your mother.
Beverly, Thomas & Ronnie
(Tabor)
Salisbury,NC
June 22, 2010
Dear Rev. Murdock & Family,
Please know that our prayers are with you at this tender time. We can't take the pain away, but we know that God will give you strength to keep trusting and going on. May the warm memories of your mother bring a smile to your face in the midst of the tears. May God's care envelope you and God's power sustain you.
Lovingly...Elder Carrie Bolton; Overseer Annie Smith & Rev. Dr. Mary Young
Nikki Williamson
June 22, 2010
Carlous, My thoughts are with you at this difficult time in your life..trully sorry for the loss of your mother.
Latonya Gill
June 22, 2010
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2010
Mickey, Tonja, Angela Hall
June 21, 2010
Our family prayers and thoughts are with your family at this time. Ms.Ruth was a nice women and she will be missed. We were next door neighbors when we lived on Lafayette St. May God Bless you all.
June 21, 2010
I'M SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS MAY THE LOVE OF GOD BE WITH YOU ALL AT THIS TIME. YOUR MOTHER WAS A BEAUTIFUL PERSON.
June 21, 2010
beautiful Woman of GOD...I'm sure she's resting in the arms of the Lord in Jesus' name
Nicole Dawson
June 21, 2010
Always know your MOTHER will be with you all every step of the way! You will never be in the DARK.
Nicole Dawson
June 21, 2010
Iam so sorry for the lost of your mother. My prayers and love are with you all in this time of sorrow.God has a new Angel. May GOD BLESS AND COMFORT YOU.
Deborah Walker
June 21, 2010
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Deborah Walker
June 21, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Calvin & Sylvia Dickerson
June 21, 2010
Murdock Family:
Sending you all our love. God bless.
Calvin Dickerson and family
theresa stinson-bolder
June 21, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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