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

August 10, 2010 / Dad (Father)
Well Matt it has been three years. I remember this day because it is Aug 10 2007 when you came into KCI via private jet from Dover. Not the way we wanted to to come home. It was hot like it is now. The temperature was heading ...

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Third Anniversary in Heaven / Aunt Heidi
Matthew -

Every day I wonder what you would say if you knew the love and appreciation that so many people show for you every day. The memorials and the tributes - the people that your Mom and Dad have been able to meet and talk to about y...

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Never Forgotten / Drew Craig (Fellow Soldier )
Just a note to say that Matthew will not be forgotten by his fellow Soldiers; and that we remember the sacrifice of the entire Murchison family. Mr. Murchison & Ms. Perri; thank you for sharing your son with us and for raising such a good y...

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Summer / Uncle Jim (Uncle)
My Man Matt. You have been on my mind today as was Granny Poppy and the thousands of other family and friends with you in paradise. Last month your Mom and I were in Florida taking care of Poppy's house and we wanted to find the bar you a...

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4th of July / Dad
Well I came to visit you today because we sortof always celebrated the 4th together. I can remember when you would get so excited about firing fireworks. You wouldn't stop until you ran out. I wanted to bring a 100 missle firework w...

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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

	Dad lit a candle on 08/11/2010: "You are forever missed and loved. Till we meet again. Love Dad"

	Judy Angel Mom To Travis Blizzard lit a candle on 07/26/2010: "May God Bless and keep your family. May your angel eyes keep your family near."

	Dad lit a candle on 07/05/2010: "Happy 4th of July Son. I love you and miss you so much. Dad"

	Kenny Ogilvie lit a candle on 05/31/2010: "Matt Thinking about you a lot lately.Rest easy Son. I Love You Kenny"

	Fred Kampf lit a candle on 05/31/2010: "I did not know Matt but on this memorial day, I want to say thank you for your service!"

	JESSICA SHORT lit a candle on 05/29/2010: "FROM THE SHORT GIRLS ON MEMORIAL DAY"

	Margie Anderson lit a candle on 04/07/2010: "Thinking about you!"

	Dad lit a candle on 02/15/2010: "Miss you so much. Happy Valentines Day Son. Love Dad"

	Diane Angel Mom ~. Katie Cassidy lit a candle on 02/05/2010: "God Bless each & everyone of you who love & miss your precious Matthew!!"

	Dad lit a candle on 01/25/2010: "Love You. Dad"

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