Norman Reed Murchland

Norman Murchland ObituaryObituary published on Legacy.com by Dudley Funeral Homes, New Smyrna Beach Chapel on Mar. 9, 2026.Norman Reed Murchland, 91, of Edgewater Florida, passed away peacefully at home on February 22, 2026. Born in Sewickley, Pennsylvania on August 15th,1934. Norm grew up in Aliquippa with 2 brothers and a sister. While living in Pennsylvania, he worked in the J&L Steel Mill, served in the army and met the love of his life, Evelyne (Jones).Despite marrying into a large, loving, extended family, Norm had a bit of pioneering spirit. Moving his family from Pennsylvania to Florida in 1967, he continued his education and worked in the airline industry for two decades as a mechanic and avionics technician. Later, his work took he and Evelyne to San Francisco and then Chicago. Wrapping up his career in Denver Colorado, he enjoyed repairing and maintaining commercial flight simulators.Norm was a loving husband and father. When not working, he enjoyed spending time with his family either out on a boat or airline pass-riding to some fun location. He loved being outside and tending to his yard. Around the neighborhood, Norm was the ever-dependable friend that could and would fx anything for you. In his later years, he enjoyed working puzzles and spoiling his little dog.Norm is survived by his wife of 69 years, Evelyne; his son, Michael (Lisa) Murchland, and his daughter, Susan (Ron) McCroskey; four grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.