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Updated: 9:23 PM Sep 17, 2008
UPDATE: Fallen Hero Returned Home To Eastern Carolina
The plane carrying the remains of a Beaufort County soldier who died in Afghanistan landed Wednesday morning at the Pitt-Greenville Airport. A moment of silence was held, and the casket was saluted. Posted: 8:06 PM Sep 16, 2008Reporter: Dave Jordan |
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The body of a Beaufort County soldier killed in Afghanistan has returned to Eastern Carolina.
Private First Class Michael Murdock, of Chocowinity, was killed on September 11th. He was 22.
The plane carrying his remains landed Wednesday morning at the Pitt-Greenville Airport. A moment of silence was held, and the casket was saluted.
The Patriot Guard Riders, a motorcycle group, led the hearse carrying the casket from Greenville to Hillside Funeral Home in Washington.
Visitation will be Friday, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., at Washington Assembly of God church.
Funeral services are set for 11:00 am Saturday. Burial will take place at Oakdale Cemetery Washington.
Murdock was sent to Afghanistan on June 30th for his first deployment.
The Washington High School graduate joined the Army in June of 2006. Murdock was based at Fort Hood, Texas.
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My thoughts and prayers our with is family.I pray that they maybe able to find comfort and peace.
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To this hero's family, my heart and prayers are with during this difficult time. Psalm 91.
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Thank You for your sacrafice,and for my freedom!!!God bless
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