Rebecca Merida Murrell nee Meagher

Rebecca Merida Murrell of Robertsville, MO departed this life in Sullivan, MO on May 3, 2021, having reached the age of eighty-three years, three months, and twenty-three days. Rebecca was born in Willow Springs, MO on January 10, 1938, daughter of Warren Curley Meagher and Mamie Mae Meagher nee Oliver. On May 4, 1961, she was united in marriage to William Harry Murrell and one daughter came to bless this union. 
Rebecca is survived by her daughter, Shondia Murrell of Robertsville, MO; by her granddaughter, Meaghan Villhard and companion Josh Hinson, of Union, MO; by one brother, John R. Meagher and wife, Anita, of Lady Lakes, FL; by her sister in-law, Alice Meagher of Fenton, MO; by her brother in-law, Dallas Murrell and companion, Patricia of Peoria, IL; by nieces, nephews, great and great-great nieces and nephews, cousin and many friends. 
Rebecca was preceded in death by her parents, Warren and Mamie Meagher; by her husband, William Murrell, and by one brother, Sherman Meagher.
Rebecca was a Christian, having been raised in the Baptist faith and believing in the Lord as her Savior. During her working career, she was employed by Dynasty Homes for many years as the leasing manager. She was a past member of the Order of Eastern Star in Willow Springs, MO. In her younger years, she enjoyed going to horse shows to watch her daughter and granddaughter show their horses. She especially enjoyed the companionship of her pet dog. Rebecca loved taking care of her home and family. Her daughter and granddaughter held a very special place in her heart, as she did in their hearts. The love they shared and many precious memories they created will be cherished by them forever. 
A kind and loving mother, grandmother, sister, sister in-law, aunt, great and great-great-aunt, cousin and treasured friend, she will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew and loved her.
Funeral services were held May 10, at Russell Colonial Funeral Homes in St. Clair, MO with the Rev. George Fulgham officiating. Entombment was in the Haven of Rest Mausoleum at Crestview Memorial Park, St. Clair, MO. Memorials may be made to the family.

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