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Murdoch Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Linwood Cemetery and the Legacy Center at Murdoch-Linwood welcome you. We have been serving families for five generations and are the longest continuing operating business in Linn County. We have funeral homes in Linn and Delaware County, Iowa, a cemetery and a full service reception center. We are proud to own and operate our own crematory….your loved one will never leave our care.

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May, 2024

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    Journeys May Meeting: Grocery Shopping Simplified
    The May meeting begins at Murdoch-Linwood and continues at the Wilson Avenue Hy-Vee, where Dietitian Nicole Johnson will lead a tour of the supermarket aisles.  We will learn about simple, nutritious meals and smarter grab-and-go choices.  “A well-balanced diet is essential as you withstand the stress of grieving.”     - Dr. Michael Hirsch, Harvard Medical School

June, 2024

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    Journeys June Meeting: Music Therapy Workshop
    Naomi Davis, licensed Music Therapist representing Music Speaks, will lead the group in a music therapy demonstration. Learn how music can impact mood and creativity, reduce stress, and serve as an outlet to express emotions. Journeys was created in order to provide support to those in our community who have experienced the loss of someone they love, with the understanding that grieving hearts need care, connection, and access to resources. The June Journeys meeting will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Monday, June 10th at The Legacy Center at Murdoch-Linwood: 520 Wilson Avenue SW, Cedar Rapids. Cost is free to attend. No RSVPs are required.

July, 2024

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    Journeys July Meeting: Ice Cream Social
    Come cool off at the July Journeys meeting with ice cream sundaes and some summertime trivia. Join us 2:30 p.m. on Monday, July 8, 2024 at The Legacy Center at Murdoch-Linwood: 520 Wilson Avenue SW, Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Call (319) 364-1549 for more information. Journeys is a social group which offers opportunities to gather with others who have experienced a loss. Monthly programs vary from crafts to self-care tips, seminars, and presentations by community experts. Share a safe space with others on a grief journey. Tell your story. All are welcome.

Events & Ceremonies

Thoughout the year we host many informational meetings and luncheons on cremation options, funeral planning and other helpful topics. We also have varied holiday specific support and aftercare events. We would welcome you to join us.