IN LOVING MEMORY OF

Juanita Lela

Juanita Lela Murdock Profile Photo

Murdock

Jan 25, 1926 — May 6, 2017

Obituary

Juanita Lela Murdock January 25, 1926 -May 6, 2017 In the early morning hours on May 6, 2017, Juanita Lela Murdock was called home to be with her Lord and reunited with her beloved husband, Harlan Lake Murdock. She passed away peacefully at Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown, WV surrounded by her loving family. Juanita was born in Lincoln County, West Virginia and was baptized as a child at Cobbs Creek Baptist Church. She was a lifelong member of The Nazarene Church in Spencer, WV. Juanita volunteered with the Spencer Grey Ladies. Juanita is preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Harlan; her parents Carl and Carrie Holstein; siblings Carl Jr. and Lois Holbert; daughter Marilyn Lou; grandson Damien "Bo" Carpenter; great-grandson Dustin Eagle and great-granddaughter Ashton Eagle. Juanita's memory will live on in the hearts of those loved ones left behind. She is survived by her children and their families: Allen Hunt and (Doris) their children Michael Hunt (Beth) and Stacey Tessler (Rodney), and great-grandchildren Mackenzie, Meredith and Vance; Ronald Murdock (Linda), their children Angie Litton (Jimmie), Tammy Larch (David) and Debbie Murdock, and great-grandchildren Ryan, Morgan, Austin, Drake, Jensen, Dalton and Ryker; Charlene Charles (Gary) and their children Matthew Charles (Natalie), Meredith Wallace (Brian) and Megan Owens (Sanders), and great-grandchildren Ella, Asher and Gavin; Beckie Carpenter (Jearold "Jerry") and daughter Heather Whaley, and great-grandchildren Madison and Olivia; Byron Murdock (Dianne) and children Missy Thomas (Dave), Ada Murdock, Art "JR" Whited (Angel) and great-grandchildren Ayden, Zoe, Lilah, Gage and Abby. Juanita spent a lifetime serving her Lord Jesus Christ through her dedication to church, family and community. Her life is marked by her generosity and selfless nature. Her calming presence and memorable giggle are forever engraved in our memories. Juanita Murdock leaves behind a testimony and legacy of faithful devotion to God, a pillar of peace to her family and loyal friendship to all who knew her. Funeral services are being held at 2:00pm Wednesday, May 10, 2017 at the Taylor-Vandale Funeral Home in Spencer, WV. Visiting hours are from 6:00 to 8:00pm Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Eventide Cemetery, Spencer. Flowers are being accepted at the funeral home. Donations may be sent to the Rosenbaum Family House, P.O. Box 8228, 30 Family House Drive, Morgantown, WV 26506-8228
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Funeral Services

Visitation

May
9

Tuesday

Taylor-Vandale Funeral Home

206 Beauty Street, Spencer, WV 25276

6:00 - 8:00 am

Service

May
10

Wednesday

Taylor-Vandale Funeral Home

206 Beauty Street, Spencer, WV 25276

Starts at 2:00 pm

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