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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Tributes and Condolences

SWEET. / Aunt Heidi
Hey, You!

I just checked out the site that your Dad is now part of. It's a special one for dad's of fallen soldiers. So cool that he now has his own place to go and talk to other dads about this experience. THEN, I talked...

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22 month / Mom (Mom)
Another 4th of the month closer to 2 years. I think we all have decided to just forget the first week in every month as the 2nd, 4th and 6th of each month really suck. You need to be proud of Melissa. She is doing something YOU would be proud of. I ...

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MEMORIAL DAY 2009 / DAD
I WENT TO THE LIBERTY MEMORIAL IN KANSAS CITY YESTERDAY TO VIEW A BRICK WE PLACED IN HONOR OF RALPH, JANE AND YOU. IT IS SUCH A FITTING TRIBUTE TO YOU AND TO RALPH AND JANE WHO WERE SO VERY PROUD OF YOU. I HOPE IT SHOWS TO OTHER PEOPLE TH...

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Memorial Day 2009 / Mom (Mom)
Matthew, I am writing today as I will be a little busy tomorrow. I am going to attend the ceremony at the Liberty Memorial tomorrow and then head up to Leavenworth to visit with you. I know daddy will be with you during THEIR ceremony but I want to ...

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Are we done yet? / Mom (Mom)
Matt, Ok, we need to be finished with all the deaths. Aunt Carol, Granny, Uncle Tony, Cousin Chris, Grandpa Wikle, You and now, Poppy. It's gotta be getting kinda croweded up there, I'd think? Two years and now we need to find some time ...

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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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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 06/22/2009: "Father's Day and we went to see you. You were so close but so far away! I love and miss you. Dad"

	Lena G. lit a candle on 06/04/2009: "To a true hero. Although I didn't know you, thank u for your service! You are greatly appreciated!"

	Mom lit a candle on 06/04/2009: "May this day, bring us all peace, as we remember you, Matt. Love, Mom"

	Joshua Jones lit a candle on 05/26/2009: "sittin here thinkin about my best friend on memorial day we love and miss you brother. hope your family is well."

	KEN OGILVIE lit a candle on 05/25/2009: "MATT THINKING OF YOU A LOT TODAY YOU WILL ALLWAYS BE OUR HERO AND NEVER FORGOTTEN WE MISS YOU"

	Stephanie Anderson lit a candle on 05/25/2009: "I miss you so much Murch! Skinny kids for life lil bro!"

	Dad lit a candle on 05/25/2009: "My thoughts are about you and your life's acomplishments during this Memorial Day Weekend. I really miss you. Love Dad"

	DAD lit a candle on 04/23/2009: "Here is to you Granny, and Grandpa. God Bless you all. Love Dad."

	Liz Patriot Guard Rider lit a candle on 03/26/2007: "Matt--You will not be forgotten. I had the privilege of riding to honor you @ your funeral service...God Bless USA"

	Kevin Gibbons lit a candle on 02/24/2009: "matt thank you for your bravery and courage please watch over my brothers as they fight in the war i miss them so much"

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