There is sadness in Moville after the passing of Christopher Murdock.
He was the former long-time chair of the St John Ambulance in Northern Ireland, and was awarded an MBE by King Charles for his dedication to volunteering in his 2026 New Years’ Honours list.
The St John Ambulance Service paid tribute to Christopher following the news of his passing yesterday.
“It is with deep regret that we announce the passing of our former Chairman, Mr Christopher Murdock MBE, peacefully at home,” they wrote.
“Christopher served as our Chairman from 2018 to 2024 as well as Lieutenant of the Commandery of St John.”
“He was awarded an MBE in the 2026 New Year’s Honours for his long and valued service to St John Ambulance and the wider community in Northern Ireland.”
“Christopher was a man of integrity and compassion, exemplified by his deep interest in First Aid and the Order of St John.”
“We are a better organisation for having had him as a valued member and his loss will be felt deeply across Northern Ireland.”
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“He will be a loss to all of the St John family in Northern Ireland and we thank him for all of his kindness, dedication and support over many years of service.”
Christopher’s Funeral Service will take place at Moville Presbyterian Church on Monday June 29th at 2.30pm, followed by burial in Clar Cemetery, Redcastle.