Matthew Murchison (1985

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This memorial website was created in the memory of our beloved hero, SPC Matthew Murchison who was born in Hutchinson, Kansas on October 11, 1985 and was killed on August 04, 2007 from an IED attack in Baghdad, Iraq. Matt had been serving in Iraq with the 127th MP Company since November of 2006. Matthew grew up wanting to be a soldier and he died doing what he loved to do. Matt will forever be remembered as a hero and will stay in our hearts until we meet again.

The family asks that donations can be made in SPC. Murchison’s name to www.fisherhouse.org. More information about a donation can be found by clicking the Legacy link at the top of this page.

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Family Tree

Tributes and Condolences

Gone but never forgotten / Wendy Laycock (Fellow Service Member )
To Matthew and his family. I am a Chief Selectee in the United States Navy, and was recently asked to find someone from my hometown, Independence, MO, to honor for their service to our nation. That is where I learned about...

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Today 08/13/08 / Dad
One year ago today we had your services at the funeral home and at Fort Leavenworth. Today another of your Brothers in Arms was buried at Fort Leavenworth. It just doesn't seem like it has been a year. One of the toughest years of m...

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Time / Melissa
Well, for some reason it's taken me a bit to write again. I'm not sure why necessarily, just trying to grasp what I needed to the last week. You're really gone Matt, and for the first time I think it sinks in. Sometimes ...

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ONE year / Mom (Mom)
Matthew, Well, sweetie...here we are full circle at the One Year mark. I can't belive it has been a year. It still seems so unreal but I do know how much your enjoying being with Granny and meeting all your new friends like David, Todd, Ben, and all...

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Anniversary in Heaven / Heidi Perry-Hipp (Aunt)
Hey, Bud!

So, you didn't like the poem that I found for you? You were always a wise ass, weren't ya? Nice way to make your Aunt look like a jerk!

Sounds like everyone is having a great time out there. I had to work, so I h...

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Wilk / Mike Murchison (Dad)

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Thinking of You / Melissa (Sister)

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A soldier never forgets... / Arnold Diaz (fellow soldier )

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Proud Teacher of Matthew / Robin Brown (Teacher /9th Science )

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Across the miles..over the years...because we love and have been given love / Cheryl Steele Mishler (friend of family )

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MMM - HERO / Larry &. Charlotte Hoffner (Family friends )

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Always Remembered / SPC Joseph Moors (Battle Buddy )

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remembrance / Martin Pilewski (friend)

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Thanks / Debbie &. Family (paser by )

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A stranger thanks / Barb Truta (KC Resident Only )

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His legacy

Contribute to SPC Matthew Murchison's Legacy by Donating to Fisher House

Fisher House is a private-public partnership that supports the military in their time of need. Fisher House recognizes men and women in uniform by meeting their needs beyond what the Departments of Defense and Veterans Affairs normally provide. Fisher House provides housing near major military and VA medical centers for families of wounded soldiers. This special housing allows families to be close while service men and women get the medical help they need. More informtion can be found on their website about this program and many more.

You can make a donation in SPC Matthew Murchison's name online by clicking the link below. Please include the address of the father Michael Murchison or mother Debbie Shanahan on your donation form so Fisher House can keep track of you generosity.

Debbie Shanahan
10064 N. Locust
Kansas City, MO 64155

Michael Murchison
15810 E. 20th South
Independence, MO 64050

http://www.fisherhouse.org

Matthew's Photo Album

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This memorial website was created by Melissa Murchison on 08/06/2007.
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Sponsorship

Forever in our hearts, Matthew! Love, Poppy, Aunt Heidi, Uncle, Bill, Ainsley, Uncle Jimmy, Aunt Judy, Jennifer, Jane, Uncle Ralph and Family.

Audio & Video

	American Soldier
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	Jo Dee Messina - If Heaven Was Needing A Hero
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	In The Arms of an Angel - Sarah McLaughlin
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Memorial Candles

	Mom lit a candle on 08/26/2008: "I am here alone, thinking about how much I wish you were here and I could talk to you. I miss you so much, Matt."

	MEGHAN LAGANA lit a candle on 08/20/2008: "HEY BRO ITS BEEN A ROUGH MONTH. CANT BELIVE ITS BEEN A YEAR. MISS YOU"

	Dad lit a candle on 08/13/2008: "You are my Hero. Love, Dad"

	Kathy lit a candle on 08/04/2008: "Matt, One Year now. You are missed each and every day."

	Kathy lit a candle on 07/04/2008: "Matt, 11 months how fast tme has gone that you left us. You are missed each and every day. Thank you."

	Dad lit a candle on 07/04/2008: "11 months of what if's, what should have been, and 11 months of missing you. I love you. Love Dad"

	Mom lit a candle on 07/01/2008: "I miss you, Matthew."

	Dad lit a candle on 05/24/2008: "I thinking about you this Memorial Day weekend. I am very proud of what you accomplished in 21 short years. Love Dad"

	Mom lit a candle on 05/09/2008: "Matt, it was kinda a bumbed out day. Melissa misses you so much and dad, her and I miss you so much. God...we miss you."

	Michelle C. lit a candle on 05/06/2008: "You are not forgotten, you have truly given the ultimate sacrifice, laying down your life for your brothers/sister."

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