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Donna L. Murdock, 75

CHESHIRE, Mass. —  

Mrs. Donna L. (Hayes) Murdock, 75, of Cheshire, died on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at Berkshire Medical Center in Pittsfield.

She was born in Oceanside, NY on June 1, 1951, daughter of the late Joseph Hayes and Patricia (Fowler) Hayes Morgan. She attended schools in New York and graduated from the Smithtown Central High School.

Donna worked for many years as a paraprofessional for the Adams Cheshire Regional School District at the former CT Plunkett Elementary School and Hoosac Valley High School until retiring. Following her retirement she worked for Harry’s Auto in Cheshire.

Her husband, Clinton D. Murdock, whom she married on October 25, 1975, died on October 7, 2022.

She is survived by her son Clinton J. Murdock of Cheshire; her daughter Janine Murdock of Beverly, MA and by two grandchildren.

She was predeceased by her brother Joseph Hayes.

Per Donna’s wishes there are no funeral services.

The PACIOREK FUNERAL HOME, 13 Hoosac St., Adams, is in charge of arrangements.

To leave a message of condolence, please go online to www.paciorekfuneral.com.


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C J and Janine so very sorry for the loss of your mom. We have so many memories from over the past years being neighbors for so long, we’ll miss her very much. Sorry again.
from: The Wroblewskison: 08-13-2026

I am so sorry to learn of Donna's passing. I worked with her at Plunkett school. Recently I have enjoyed chatting with her at church dinners. My condolences to her family. I will miss her.
Jennie
from: Jennie Pierceon: 08-13-2026

I worked with your mom at Cheshire School for many years, she has always been a great friend...she will be greatly missed...sending prayers to the family...
from: Linda Girouxon: 08-13-2026

I had the pleasure of working with Donna while substitute teaching. She was a kind and friendly person,and will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers are with her family during this difficult time.
from: Dot Wandreion: 08-13-2026

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