Alias Simon Murski, an angel born on February 9, 1998 to Andrea Shannon Menke and Joel Menke, died tragically on January 26, 2011.
He is survived by his parents Tara and Bobby Murski, his brothers Dillon and Chance Murski, Joseph Hart and Billy Switzer, his grandmother June Murski, his grandfather Quinton “Pa-Pa” Hackemack, as well as several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family members who dearly loved him. He was preceded in death by his biological parents, his maternal grandfather, Charles William Shannon, his maternal grandmother Doris Jean Shannon, and his paternal grandfathers, Albin John Murski and John Menke. He will be missed by a tremendous number of friends and neighbors who also loved him.
For too short a time, Simon shared a beautiful home on the mountain with his mother “Shannon.” After her death, this brave warrior blessed the Murski home and became part of their family. He was surrounded by an enormous amount of love, support and encouragement that allowed him to fulfill his inner dreams and enjoy the camaraderie of his teammates and friends. Simon’s artistic talents were recently recognized when he won first place for the poster he created with his Vision of World Peace, and he had just started writing a book reflecting on his life in the hopes that it would have an impact on others.
And while the family’s grief is immeasurable, they are comforted in knowing that Simon is in the arms of Our Lord and reunited with his biological parents. Simon lives on through the five lives he
A prayer service, conducted by Deacon Don Murrile and Leann Jerkins, was held on Wednesday, January 26. A church vigil will be held at Sacred Heart Church in Richmond, TX on Wednesday, February 2 from 5 PM-8 PM. Visitation begins at 5PM and Deacon Billy Guerrero will lead a rosary service beginning at 7 PM. A funeral mass will be celebrated on Thursday, February 3 at Sacred Heart Church, officiated by Father Howard Drabek with musical accompaniment by Ms. Betty Holub. The mass will begin at 11 AM.
A reception will follow the mass at the Sacred Heart Family Life Center. The graveside service and burial will follow the reception at Forest Park Cemetery 12800 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77077, and will be officiated by Deacon Don Ries.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to LifeGift at 2510 Westridge St, Houston, TX 77054. In honor of Simon’s love of sports, donations may also be made to the Foster High School Athletic Booster Club in Richmond TX.
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The Lost Pardner
I ride alone and hate the boys I meet.
Today, some way, their laughin' hurts me so.
I hate the mockin'-birds in the mesquite--
And yet I liked 'em just a week ago.
I hate the steady sun that glares, and glares!
The bird songs make me sore.
I seem the only thing on earth that cares
'Cause Al ain't here no more!
'Twas just a stumblin' hawse, a tangled spur--
And, when I raised him up so limp and weak,
One look before his eyes begun to blur
And then--the blood that wouldn't let 'im speak!
And him so strong, and yet so quick he died,
And after year on year
When we had always trailed it side by side,
He went--and left me here!
We loved each other in the way men do
And never spoke about it, Al and me,
But we both knowed, and knowin' it so true
Was more than any woman's kiss could be.
We knowed--and if the way was smooth or rough,
The weather shine or pour,
While I had him the rest seemed good enough--
But he ain't here no more!
What is there out beyond the last divide?
Seems like that country must be cold and dim.
He'd miss the sunny range he used to ride,
And he'd miss me, the same as I do him.
It's no use thinkin'--all I'd think or say
Could never make it clear.
Out that dim trail that only leads one way
He's gone--and left me here!
The range is empty and the trails are blind,
And I don't seem but half myself today.
I wait to hear him ridin' up behind
And feel his knee rub mine the good old way
He's dead--and what that means no man kin tell.
Some call it "gone before."
Where? I don't know, but God! I know so well
That he ain't here no more!
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
Forest Park Westheimer Cemetery
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
Alias Simon Murski, an angel born on February 9, 1998 to Andrea Shannon Menke and Joel Menke, died tragically on January 26, 2011.
He is survived by his parents Tara and Bobby Murski, his brothers Dillon and Chance Murski, Joseph Hart and Billy Switzer, his grandmother June Murski, his grandfather Quinton “Pa-Pa” Hackemack, as well as several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family members who dearly loved him. He was preceded in death by his biological parents, his maternal grandfather, Charles William Shannon, his maternal grandmother Doris Jean Shannon, and his paternal grandfathers, Albin John Murski and John Menke. He will be missed by a tremendous number of friends and neighbors who also loved him.
For too short a time, Simon shared a beautiful home on the mountain with his mother “Shannon.” After her death, this brave warrior blessed the Murski home and became part of their family. He was surrounded by an enormous amount of love, support and encouragement that allowed him to fulfill his inner dreams and enjoy the camaraderie of his teammates and friends. Simon’s artistic talents were recently recognized when he won first place for the poster he created with his Vision of World Peace, and he had just started writing a book reflecting on his life in the hopes that it would have an impact on others.
And while the family’s grief is immeasurable, they are comforted in knowing that Simon is in the arms of Our Lord and reunited with his biological parents. Simon lives on through the five lives he
saved as a result of his family’s courageous and generous decision to donate his organs to the LifeGift organization.
A prayer service, conducted by Deacon Don Murrile and Leann Jerkins, was held on Wednesday, January 26. A church vigil will be held at Sacred Heart Church in Richmond, TX on Wednesday, February 2 from 5 PM-8 PM. Visitation begins at 5PM and Deacon Billy Guerrero will lead a rosary service beginning at 7 PM. A funeral mass will be celebrated on Thursday, February 3 at Sacred Heart Church, officiated by Father Howard Drabek with musical accompaniment by Ms. Betty Holub. The mass will begin at 11 AM.
A reception will follow the mass at the Sacred Heart Family Life Center. The graveside service and burial will follow the reception at Forest Park Cemetery 12800 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77077, and will be officiated by Deacon Don Ries.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to LifeGift at 2510 Westridge St, Houston, TX 77054. In honor of Simon’s love of sports, donations may also be made to the Foster High School Athletic Booster Club in Richmond TX.
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The Lost Pardner
I ride alone and hate the boys I meet.
Today, some way, their laughin' hurts me so.
I hate the mockin'-birds in the mesquite--
And yet I liked 'em just a week ago.
I hate the steady sun that glares, and glares!
The bird songs make me sore.
I seem the only thing on earth that cares
'Cause Al ain't here no more!
'Twas just a stumblin' hawse, a tangled spur--
And, when I raised him up so limp and weak,
One look before his eyes begun to blur
And then--the blood that wouldn't let 'im speak!
And him so strong, and yet so quick he died,
And after year on year
When we had always trailed it side by side,
He went--and left me here!
We loved each other in the way men do
And never spoke about it, Al and me,
But we both knowed, and knowin' it so true
Was more than any woman's kiss could be.
We knowed--and if the way was smooth or rough,
The weather shine or pour,
While I had him the rest seemed good enough--
But he ain't here no more!
What is there out beyond the last divide?
Seems like that country must be cold and dim.
He'd miss the sunny range he used to ride,
And he'd miss me, the same as I do him.
It's no use thinkin'--all I'd think or say
Could never make it clear.
Out that dim trail that only leads one way
He's gone--and left me here!
The range is empty and the trails are blind,
And I don't seem but half myself today.
I wait to hear him ridin' up behind
And feel his knee rub mine the good old way
He's dead--and what that means no man kin tell.
Some call it "gone before."
Where? I don't know, but God! I know so well
That he ain't here no more!
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Simon Murski--the kid with the contageious smile and endless energy. You were one of the first kids we met when we moved to Richmond. G always considered you a good friend and was so happy that he was able to rekindle this friendship during offseason playing on the same 7 on 7 team at Brisco. You will be missed!! God bless you and your family.
Simon you have always been in my heart, in my nightly prayers, your picture was in my wallet in line as my eigth child. I loved you more then you can ever know.
To my other family, my heart is very heavy, but I know that he brought you and your family such great joy. We raised our boys together, wow that seems like just the other day.
Tara and Bobby, you were Jeremy's other parents, the unconditional love and support you both gave him will never be forgotten. You were always, always there for him when ever I couldn't be. Tara, Bobby, Dillon and Chance please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Find peace in knowing that he is in the arms of Our Heavely Father and God has called home another one of his angels.
We got to know Simon when he came to our house in Bellville to play with our granddaughter Althea. Simon and Althea's birthdays are one month apart. They met with Gramma Dorothy took all the grands to summer church camp. They got along well together and had fun playing at the farm, riding the John Deere Gator. The last time Simon was at our house, he and Althea had just had a big pizza lunch and Simon was finishing off his third bowl of ice cream by turning it into a milk shake. Simon was mischievious, full of energy and was always welcomed at our home. We will miss him, especially Althea.
Simon was loved by so many. He resembled his Uncle Matt in so many ways - in looks, athletics, personality. It was hard to tell some of their age 9-10 picures apart. He will be missed by so many family members and friends.
God is a comforting God, a God who is a strong refuge of peace, especially in the whirlwind of pain, He is a source of serenity when struggles and difficulties threaten to overwhelm us. I know Simon feels that comfort, peace and serenity in the arms of his Heavenly Father. He would want it for all of us too, and as a compassionate God he holds us close to his heart when we face sadness and loss. The way we live our lives each day can pay a tribute to Simon and what he would have accomplished in life.
My prayer is that all of Simon's family find the Consolation, Comfort and most of all Peace that only Almightly God can provide.
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