Dale C. Murdock
December 28, 1973 ~ August 19, 2023
Born in: Corry, Pennsylvania
Dale Conrad Murdock, II, of Union City, passed away, Saturday, August 19, 2023 at Saint Vincent Hospital, Erie. He was born on December 28, 1973 in Corry, a son of Dale Conrad Murdock and Juanita Ellen Duryee. He married Kattie D. Hawley. She survives.
He was a 1992 graduate of Corry High School where he learned the trade of auto body. He immediately fell In love with hot rods and classic cars. He would get goosebumps at the sound of their engines revving and sometimes just from the look of the car alone. He built several cars, some from scratch and painted several hundred more. He was a Chevy man through and through. He also enjoyed the days of rough machining/steel forging and metal fabrication, making many friends along the way before His illness prevented him from working.
His love of music started with his Grandma Dot, or maybe it was his father taking him to the 2001 club back in the 70s, but either way, music was a big part of his life. He could also lay down a few bars, creating his own, usually hysterical versions of his favorite or even not so favorite songs.
He was known as one of the best fishermen, often taking others to show them the ropes. But if you asked him, it was all in how you handled the rod.
He loved hunting, camping and the great outdoors. Was a sucker for a beautiful sunset or sunrise. Never being able to fully capture the beauty. Often saying ‘God is one of the greatest artists’.
He was a God-fearing man, would pray over all of his meals and before bed. Didn’t really like the whole church atmosphere but ‘where two people come together and talk about God, there is church’.
He was an avid sports fan and was like an encyclopedia when it came to stats, especially about the Pittsburgh Steelers. In the upcoming elections he was looking forward to continuing his support for President Trump.
Dale was proud of his heritage and will be remembered for his great quick witted sense of humor and hilarious comebacks. He was well known in the Amish community, especially for his famous “air horn.”
More than anything he was proud of the family he created, loved being a father most of all and had an immense love for his wife, daughters, and Irish twin.
In addition to his loving wife, Kattie; he is survived by three daughters, Brooklynn R. Murdock of Union City, Teaghanne S. Murdock of Union City, and Kirsten S. Greathouse-Mosley and her husband Malik of Union City; three sisters, Tracy K. Copeland of Corry, Michelle L. Peters and her husband Shawn of Corry, and Jennifer N. Carr and her husband Joe of Youngsville; Brother-in- laws Eric Hawley, Robert Hull (Heather), Shawn McClelland ( Karie), many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins (especially the crazy ones); and his friends and forever family.
He was preceded in death by his father; two brothers, Nathan and Scott Vanderhoof; and grandparents, Dorothy and Art Jordan, Clair Duryee, Betty and Lawrence “Fuzzy” Murdock and the best four legged children ever, Karma, Nova and Izzy (Dizz)
A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, August 26th at 1:00pm at First Baptist Church, 156 Main Street, Spartansburg, Pennsylvania with Pastor Daryl Myer, officiating.
A meal will be served directly following the memorial at the church.
Please take a moment to share a memory or condolence with the family on Dale’s Book of Memories online at www.WarrenGlennFH.com
Arrangements are in the care of Warren-Glenn Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 62 S. Main Street, Union City.
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I had the privilege of being Dale’s oldest cousin on the Duyea side….we grew up together in our younger years…..he had such a big kind ❤️.
..unfortunately for many years we were out of touch….but I tell you when we reconnected, he came in full of love like we never missed a beat.
Gone way, way too soon.
God bless his family!!
Was a kind man always said hi to my husband and I. R.i.p. DALE
Being that I was 9 years younger then Dale I looked up to him as my cool cousin. I was that younger annoying cousin that always wanted to be around. Now I’m one of the crazy cousins that would have done anything for Dale. He was such a wonderful loving man. He was truly one of a kind and that kind of person is hard to find. He was the best cousin anyone could ask for. He was the one that anytime you saw him you knew that he was gonna make sure he spent that time with you and talked to you. He had such a big heart and he made sure he showed love and respect to those who meant the most to him. I’m going to miss you so much 💓
No matter where we were in life we came together through good times and bad we always had a strong cousin bond(more like a brother) since we were little we were best friends ..I have so many memories I can’t even think of where to start ..all I can say is I loved him and I know he loved me ..I’ll carry that with me forever ..he was the best !! And he will be missed immensely!! Til we meet again ..I will carry you with me Dale
One of the best brother in-laws anyone could ever ask for. I’ll never forget the time we worked together doing snow removal and on the way to work we picked up a buck off the side of the road. It froze to the truck so we used its antlers to open the salt bags at work because we didn’t have a knife- Bud
We’ll never forget the endless talks about life and wise words of wisdom. Or the endless stories and joking around. Fly high brother we’ll meet again. -Bud and Heather
I’ll never forget how uncle Dale taught me how to bat for softball. -Rachel
I loved sitting and talking with uncle Dale about how to play softball and all the tips he gave me. -Haylie
I only met him a few times. Was introduced by Tricia Miller. The memories I have of him, was a very kind and gentle soul. He loved his family and life to the fullest. May he rest in peace !!!
Dale was absolutely the best brother and friend that a girl could ever have. We have relied on and comforted each other our whole lives. He always had my back. His biggest joy and love in his life has always been his wife and daughters. He would do anything for them and loved them so much. I just know he’ll still be watching over them. He would always crack me up with his jokes and the accents he’d do. From the way he’d try to say cinnamon to remembering the hundreds of our Grandma’s jokes. He could tell a story like nobody else. And even if it was total b.s. he could make you believe it. He always had to be Billy Bad Ass but he’d scream like a little girl over a spider or get scared when I’d start talking about ghosts and he was home alone. He enjoyed trying to scare me too. Like the time he was driving too fast on icy roads trying to get a rise out of me and we ended up in a field. But he has always cared, came all the way to Florida to see me. And he has always helped me like the time he felt bad for losing his copy of my house key and he drove all the wayt o my place to help me break in to my house. And he has always had my back like when we were younger and I couldn’t sleep because I thought Freddy Krueger was gonna get me and he slept on the floor directly beside my bed so I could fall asleep. From Snipe hunting to actual hunting, the funny, sad , happy and everything in between won’t be the same without you. I am gonna miss your voice, your laugh, that twinkle in your eyes when you were up to no good. I’m just gonna miss everything that made you you. Until we see each other again Brother – I Love You!
I’ll never forget the time where me, aunt Kattie, brooklynn, teaghanne, and uncle Dale went to the peninsula and took pics and walked around and talked about the good things I will never forget all of his funny jokes and praying before we ate our meal I will never forget the time when they lived in Meadville and I slept in teaghannes room on the floor and I saw someone coming up the stairs and it scared me so I hid under my blanket and then when I heard the bathroom door opened I looked and it was dale~kylie
Kattie I never knew Dale so I can’t share a memory of him. I remember though you were always in love with this man. 100% through and through. You two built an amazing life together through thick and thin. He left behind a beautiful family and I know his light will shine strong with you and your girls forever💗
I met your family through Early Connections where the girls were attending. I come to know what a wonderful family you were❣️ When the family left Early Connections I continue to follow you on Facebook and watch your wonderful family grow up❣️❣️ Yes, you and Dale were the best parents ever loved your kids and each other a person could tell. My favorite memory of Dale is when I used to pick up one of the girls with the bus. There was never a day that I didn’t leave laughing over something. Dale said he was such a wonderful guy and so full of life. I’m so very sorry and I send my thoughts and prayers
Dale was such a great guy! He could make you laugh with his quick wit. His laugh was so infectious . I don’t think he ever met a stranger. I’m so sorry for your loss. Prayers of peace to you all 🥰
Jenny Long Sauder
Dale was one of the kindest and most genuine men you would ever meet. He kept in real in a world of fakes. He always beamed when talking about his daughters and Kattie. The world is definitely a little darker without his light shining here. Thank you for always being a great friend and person Dale! Prayers are constant for you wife and daughters.
i remember when Dale and his family bought the house next to ours in spartansburg we hit it of quick playing catch with the foot ball in there big yard and i remember MR.Vanderhoof took us to the bass ponds in the woods and he picked some kind of root or something and told us it was indian chocolate so we popped it in our mouths and started chewing and all the sudden it felt like someone was poking our tongues with needles as MR Vanderhoof laughed i remember Dale saying what the —- thats not chocolate lol well the two old houses are gone now but the big yard is still there and when i go by Dale and i will still be playing catch with the football
The tender affection that Dale displayed for his family resounded as strongly as the unique rhythm to which he marched through life. His exuberant spirit, coupled with a boundless love for his wife and daughters, made him an extraordinary individual. His absence is deeply mourned, yet we find solace in cherishing the precious memories he left behind. May he rest in peace, until we are reunited in eternity’s embrace.
We started off as acquaintances and ended becoming best friends/ family! I have a lot of great memories with our families but I will never forget the time Dale showed up on my door steps! We would talk when we saw each other but when our kids were in elementary, Daithin made Brooklynn cry, you came to my house knocked on my door and when I answered you said “where is your son”? I don’t get to intimidated but that day I was. When D came out you chewed his butt up, never seen the kid so scared. Soon after that we figured out that D and Brooklynn were two peas in a pod, you and randy bonded over cars, and we all became so close. You always cheered my kids on and showed this family so much love. We are going to miss you! Until we meet again. We love you!!
Literally spending every single night at Aunt Kattie and Uncle Dale’s house was the best part of my childhood memories. 🥹❤️ I love and miss you always Uncle Dale! Fly High Angel! 😇🪽🕊️
I wish my children woulc have gotten to know you like I did. I know they would agree with me about you being the best Uncle there is in this whole wide world! 🥹❤️
I promise to always keep you memory and YOU alive in my little family. 🫶🏻 Starting with a nice big picture of you on the wall with my brother Bobby (PLEASE HUG & KISS HIM FOR ME 😭 TELL HIM HIS BIG SISTER MISSES HIM LIKE CRAZY AND LOVES HIM ALWAYS! 🥹), with my Uncle Brian (Don’t forget to hug him too! 🥹😭), with my Aunt Tammy🫂💜, my Gramma Theresa 🫶🏻, my Granpda Bob❤️ and my husband’s Nana and Poppa! ❤️❤️🥹 I will never let my kids forget any of you. 🥹 Forever in our hearts and minds! 🕊️ Fly High Uncle Dale! ❤️
I promise to always be here for Aunt Kattie and your girls. 🥹 I love you forever. ❤️❤️