Matthew James Murdock

Even though I haven't been close to Matt for a few decades, I still feel a deep sense of loss from his passing. I still have a love for Matt that only two young friends can have for each other. I love you guys like family and will pray for you as you rightfully grieve this tragic loss. The world is one big smile dimmer now. All my love!

Melissa, Annie, Megan, Katie, Kizzi, Christian, and Shurtliff family, On behalf of the Jones Family from Fruit Heights we want you to know how much we love you. Your family was a blessing to us many years ago and brightened the lives of many in our little neighborhood. I spoke with Matt last on Thursday before he passed away. We talked until past midnight and it was the Matt we all love. I had no idea he was saying goodbye, and hoped to see him come to Salt Lake last week. I'm still heartsick for not answering his call on Sunday. I want you to know that he expressed love for each of you. He seemed to feel bad that his life had slipped and he had allowed some doors to close. I have such fond memories of Matt. He cared more about others than just about anyone I know. He spent his life with people and was a friend to just about everyone he met. I have wondered about Matt and what he is doing as we all mourn his loss. The thought has come to me, "blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God." Matt's heart was pure and I am certain your mom and other loved ones were there to meet him as he passed. I feel so bad that I didn't do more for Matt, but his passing has made me want to be a better friend, husband, and father. May God bless you and comfort you. Love you all.

Hearing of Matt's passing has been a roller coaster of emotions, it's still hard to believe. Matt took the time to help others, I believe this is what made him a truly great salesman. When I think of Matt, I think ?humble, confident, funny, brilliant and insightful?. He had incredible insight and a way of truly connecting with everyone he came across. I can't tell you how many times I've witnesses him leave a $100 tip just because he felt like they needed it more than he did, he always tried to make a difference in everyone's life, even strangers. He introduced me to a song ?Dream Big? by Ryan Shupe, he truly connected with music and always had a song for every situation, and the song was ALWAYS perfect. We were bored one night and wrote a song based off of the first word we saw & random adjectives and adverbs, the song didn't make any sense but we stayed up late laughing & crying so hard, and Matt trying to sing the song while playing the guitar to it was even more hilarious, yet brilliant at the same time! Matt will be sorely missed. Prayers to family and loved ones.

I am heartbroken at the passing of Matt. I worked with him at Larry H. Miller In Sandy and he always made me smile. He was so fun to be around and was such a good kid. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.