Memorial
Marlene M. Murdock, 76, of Marion, IA passed away on October 1, 2023 at Terrace Glen Village. A funeral mass will be held Tuesday, October 10 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Marion.
Marlene was born September 10, 1947 in Manchester, IA to Archie and Mary (Farrell) Keenan. After high school graduation from Manchester High School, she attended classes at Upper Iowa University. On February 24, 1968, Marlene was united in marriage to Dennis Murdock. Their union was blessed with two sons, Ryan and Garrett. She worked at Farmer’s State Bank in Marion for many years as a teller and receptionist. Her life was devoted to raising her sons and volunteering at Linn-Mar community schools. She enjoyed spending time with her Yorkshire terriers, Ragni, Tarquenius, Morgan, Faith and Charlie.
Those left to cherish Marlene’s memory are her husband, Dennis; sons Ryan of Marion and Garrett (Bri) of Scottsdale, AZ; grandchildren Madison Mae and Parker Shae; brother Ken (Karen) Keenan of Marion; nieces Karen, Lisa, Kayla, Susan, Erin, Andrea and Cindy and nephews Chad, Clinton, David, Andy and Nick.
She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers Harold and John; sister Kathryn and nephew Patrick.
The family would like to extend their thanks to Mercy Hospice and the care team at Terrace Glen Village.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Cedar Valley Humane Society or the American Diabetes Association.