Leslie (Les) Guy Murdoch, 84, returned to his heavenly home on February 25, 2019 after several years as a resident of Knopp Nursing Home battling declining health. His devotion to his family and his firm belief in God supported him in his struggle and ultimately gave him peace.
Les was born to the late Guy and Emma Murdoch, in Laramie, Wyoming on July 10, 1934. He grew up with great interest in taking things apart and putting them back together which led to a career in auto mechanics. He served in the US Army as a Light Vehicle Driver from Dec 1953 to Sep 1955 with most of his time on foreign soil during the Korean War.
Les was blessed to marry his soulmate, Phyllis Ann (Johnson) Murdoch on September 5, 1964 in Laramie, Wyoming. They moved to a ranch west of Laramie and raised the family. In 1965, he started working at the Wyoming Highway Department as a mechanic along with the ranch for twenty-five years. Upon retirement, they relocated to Colorado. After Phyllis’ retirement, they became full-time RVers working as Work Kampers all across the United States. He was always ready to share a story about one or more of the experiences while RVing. When his health became a trial, they settled in Fredericksburg surrounded by good friends and a strong church community where he lived the remainder of his life.
Les is recognized for his gifted talent as an artist. He began whittling at a young age but then started painting wildlife in the 60s. He was commissioned to paint backdrops for events, signs for businesses, and other specific requests. When he started RVing, he returned to his love for carving and continued up to a month before his passing. His carvings and paintings are displayed all across the United States in the homes of dear friends and family. The last few years he began carving crosses with specific designs in mind for the receiver. This was his way to spread his love for his Lord. His artwork will forever keep his memory alive.
Les is survived by his wife, Phyllis, and five children. Colleen Smith (Randy), Suzanne Bentley (Bob), Laurie Stecks (Gary), Patty Ramsdell (Doug), and Dwain Murdoch (Jamie); 13 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents, his brother, Herb, his sisters, Elvira Wahl, Ruth Kennedy and Bernice Smith and one great grandchild, David Smith.
© Schaetter Funeral March 2, 2019
Les was born to the late Guy and Emma Murdoch, in Laramie, Wyoming on July 10, 1934. He grew up with great interest in taking things apart and putting them back together which led to a career in auto mechanics. He served in the US Army as a Light Vehicle Driver from Dec 1953 to Sep 1955 with most of his time on foreign soil during the Korean War.
Les was blessed to marry his soulmate, Phyllis Ann (Johnson) Murdoch on September 5, 1964 in Laramie, Wyoming. They moved to a ranch west of Laramie and raised the family. In 1965, he started working at the Wyoming Highway Department as a mechanic along with the ranch for twenty-five years. Upon retirement, they relocated to Colorado. After Phyllis’ retirement, they became full-time RVers working as Work Kampers all across the United States. He was always ready to share a story about one or more of the experiences while RVing. When his health became a trial, they settled in Fredericksburg surrounded by good friends and a strong church community where he lived the remainder of his life.
Les is recognized for his gifted talent as an artist. He began whittling at a young age but then started painting wildlife in the 60s. He was commissioned to paint backdrops for events, signs for businesses, and other specific requests. When he started RVing, he returned to his love for carving and continued up to a month before his passing. His carvings and paintings are displayed all across the United States in the homes of dear friends and family. The last few years he began carving crosses with specific designs in mind for the receiver. This was his way to spread his love for his Lord. His artwork will forever keep his memory alive.
Les is survived by his wife, Phyllis, and five children. Colleen Smith (Randy), Suzanne Bentley (Bob), Laurie Stecks (Gary), Patty Ramsdell (Doug), and Dwain Murdoch (Jamie); 13 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents, his brother, Herb, his sisters, Elvira Wahl, Ruth Kennedy and Bernice Smith and one great grandchild, David Smith.
© Schaetter Funeral March 2, 2019
Leslie (Les) Guy Murdoch, 84, returned to his heavenly home on February 25, 2019 after several years as a resident of Knopp Nursing Home battling declining health. His devotion to his family and his firm belief in God supported him in his struggle and ultimately gave him peace.
Les was born to the late Guy and Emma Murdoch, in Laramie, Wyoming on July 10, 1934. He grew up with great interest in taking things apart and putting them back together which led to a career in auto mechanics. He served in the US Army as a Light Vehicle Driver from Dec 1953 to Sep 1955 with most of his time on foreign soil during the Korean War.
Les was blessed to marry his soulmate, Phyllis Ann (Johnson) Murdoch on September 5, 1964 in Laramie, Wyoming. They moved to a ranch west of Laramie and raised the family. In 1965, he started working at the Wyoming Highway Department as a mechanic along with the ranch for twenty-five years. Upon retirement, they relocated to Colorado. After Phyllis’ retirement, they became full-time RVers working as Work Kampers all across the United States. He was always ready to share a story about one or more of the experiences while RVing. When his health became a trial, they settled in Fredericksburg surrounded by good friends and a strong church community where he lived the remainder of his life.
Les is recognized for his gifted talent as an artist. He began whittling at a young age but then started painting wildlife in the 60s. He was commissioned to paint backdrops for events, signs for businesses, and other specific requests. When he started RVing, he returned to his love for carving and continued up to a month before his passing. His carvings and paintings are displayed all across the United States in the homes of dear friends and family. The last few years he began carving crosses with specific designs in mind for the receiver. This was his way to spread his love for his Lord. His artwork will forever keep his memory alive.
Les is survived by his wife, Phyllis, and five children. Colleen Smith (Randy), Suzanne Bentley (Bob), Laurie Stecks (Gary), Patty Ramsdell (Doug), and Dwain Murdoch (Jamie); 13 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents, his brother, Herb, his sisters, Elvira Wahl, Ruth Kennedy and Bernice Smith and one great grandchild, David Smith.
© Schaetter Funeral March 2, 2019
Les was born to the late Guy and Emma Murdoch, in Laramie, Wyoming on July 10, 1934. He grew up with great interest in taking things apart and putting them back together which led to a career in auto mechanics. He served in the US Army as a Light Vehicle Driver from Dec 1953 to Sep 1955 with most of his time on foreign soil during the Korean War.
Les was blessed to marry his soulmate, Phyllis Ann (Johnson) Murdoch on September 5, 1964 in Laramie, Wyoming. They moved to a ranch west of Laramie and raised the family. In 1965, he started working at the Wyoming Highway Department as a mechanic along with the ranch for twenty-five years. Upon retirement, they relocated to Colorado. After Phyllis’ retirement, they became full-time RVers working as Work Kampers all across the United States. He was always ready to share a story about one or more of the experiences while RVing. When his health became a trial, they settled in Fredericksburg surrounded by good friends and a strong church community where he lived the remainder of his life.
Les is recognized for his gifted talent as an artist. He began whittling at a young age but then started painting wildlife in the 60s. He was commissioned to paint backdrops for events, signs for businesses, and other specific requests. When he started RVing, he returned to his love for carving and continued up to a month before his passing. His carvings and paintings are displayed all across the United States in the homes of dear friends and family. The last few years he began carving crosses with specific designs in mind for the receiver. This was his way to spread his love for his Lord. His artwork will forever keep his memory alive.
Les is survived by his wife, Phyllis, and five children. Colleen Smith (Randy), Suzanne Bentley (Bob), Laurie Stecks (Gary), Patty Ramsdell (Doug), and Dwain Murdoch (Jamie); 13 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents, his brother, Herb, his sisters, Elvira Wahl, Ruth Kennedy and Bernice Smith and one great grandchild, David Smith.
© Schaetter Funeral March 2, 2019
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