Murland L. Weaver
November 26, 1942 - June 28, 2014
Murland Lee Weaver age 71, passed away peacefully in his South Jordan home surrounded by family on June 28th, 2014 after a long battle with cancer.
Murland was the fifth of six sons born to William and Myrtle Weaver. He was born on the family farm in Egin, Idaho and was the largest child that the doctor had ever delivered, weighing in at a whopping 12 pounds.
He graduated from South Freemont High School in 1961 and ran the family farm for the next 2 years. In 1963 Murland moved to Las Vegas, joined the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Union and went to work for his brother William "Doc" Weaver at Interstate Electric building power lines. Murland spent the next 50 years working in the trade for the same company progressing through the ranks starting as a Groundman, and retiring as a Regional Equipment Manager of Sturgeon Electric Co.. Although Murland took an official management position in 1982, he was always proud of his Union roots and carried his ticket until retiring from the union in December 2013.
On November 30th, 1985 Murland married the love of his life Judy Freitag who he cherished and adored for the next 28 years.
Murland will always be remembered for his brilliant mind, gruff exterior, endless dedication, and passion for perfection. He was a wonderful husband and fantastic father who gave selflessly to his family's needs and desires. Murland enjoyed the outdoors, fishing and hunting with his brother Bush and spending time with his family. He was passionate about politics, and cherished time spent with Bush and a pot of coffee, yelling at politicians on the television, bewildered by the Republican Agenda.
Murland is preceded in death by his parents William and Myrtle, brothers "Doc" and Boyd, Sister Joyce and sister-in-law Deanna. He is survived by his loving wife Judy, children Brian (Peggy) McKenzie, Jennifer (Scott) Berry, Dustin Weaver, and his brother-in-law Sam (Amber) Freitag who Murland always viewed as a son along with their three beautiful daughters Kayla, Haylee, and Brooklynn who he adored. Brothers Gordon (Glenda), Warren( Marnell), Bush (Joyce ) sister-in-law Dorothy Weaver , Mother-in-Law Joan Freitag, Niece Mindie (Curtis) Mciff, Nephew Jules (Julee) Weaver, 4 grandchildren and numerous other nephews and nieces. He will be missed by all that knew him.
Services will be held on Saturday, July 12th at 5:00 pm at Starks Funeral Parlor, 3651 South 900 East, Salt Lake City. Reception to follow from 6-8 pm. Complimentary valet parking provided on the north side of the building.
In lieu of flowers please make a donation to the Humane Society of Utah or charity of your choice.
In Loving Memory
To: Judy, Joan Freitag, the children & families, Murl's brothers and other relatives. Our hearts go out to all of you in the loss of Murl (Murland). He is now at peace and released from the bondage of suffering. We extend our sincere sympathy and love to each of you. The loss of loved ones is a trying experience in our journey of life. The scriptures provide assurances and testimonies that our existence goes beyond this mortal life. Our bodies in this life exist as flesh and bones as well as an invisible spirit that looks identical to our body. This spirit is reunited with the spirits of other loved ones who have experienced death before them. They are living in love, peace and happiness receiving instruction while awaiting for each of their own resurrection and awards. Murl is now reunited with his parents, sister, Joyce and brothers, William (Doc) and Boyd. May we each receive the sympathy, courage, determination and strength to carry on in his absence while we complete and finish our own journey of life? May we periodically reflect upon the experiences, the love shared, the lessons taught, the association of family, humor and laughter and the examples set by him. The knowledge of these experiences and other knowledge we learn during life is what we take with us when we leave this mortal existence. May we take courage in the days ahead to carry on as he would want us to do? Again, we express our sympathy and love for each of you. The Gordon Henry Weaver Family
Gordon Henry Weaver
Beaver Dam, Az