It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Della V Murdock Resare, 66, on July 10, 2024, in Price, Utah. She was a beloved stay-at-home mom, dedicated homemaker, and passionate homeschooler. Della was not only a nurturing presence within her family but also a tireless advocate for education and lifelong learning.
Born on January 20, 1958, in Blackfoot, Idaho, she was the daughter of Vandis Richard Murdock and True Vilate Price. Growing up in the Groveland and Rose area near Blackfoot, Idaho, Della enjoyed riding her horse, swimming in the canal, skiing, singing, studying accounting, and seminary. She graduated from Blackfoot High School and later attended Rick’s College after the Teton Flood.
Della served well as a missionary for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Texas Houston Mission from 1980-1981. While there, she met the love of her life Duane Aaron Resare who was also serving as a missionary. When they returned home, they started dating and were married on August 28, 1982, in the Jordan River Temple. Della and Duane had six children and enjoyed spending time with them.
Della explored a wide range of interests, from gardening and cooking to faith and genealogy. Her curiosity knew no bounds, and she instilled that same love of learning in her children, fostering an environment of creativity and exploration. She furthered her education at Utah State University, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Family, Child, and Human Development in 1988. Della’s unwavering faith and commitment extended beyond her family. She faithfully served in various church callings including relief society counselor, compassionate service coordinator, gospel doctrine teacher, genealogy consultant, testifying of her Savior Jesus Christ and Heavenly Father.
She believed in living life to its fullest and found her greatest joy being with her family and grandchildren. Della leaves behind a legacy of warmth, kindness, and resilience. Her unwavering commitment to her family and community will be remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing her. May Della’s memory continue to inspire us to embrace knowledge, love unconditionally, and cherish every moment.
Della is survived by her children, Jacob (Shannon), Jennifer, Michael (Rebeckah), Christopher (Madison), Nicholas, and Shantel; cherished grandchildren, Lucas, Noelle, Tydus, Nathan, Theodore, and Kaladin; Della’s legacy lives on.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Duane.
Friends and family are invited to pay their respects during a memorial service to celebrate Della’s life on Thursday, July 18, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. at the Riverside-Thomas Cemetery in Blackfoot, Idaho. A memorial gathering will be held on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Mitchell Funeral Home (233 East Main Street) in Price, Utah. Arrangements entrusted to Mitchell Funeral Home of Price and Huntington where friends are always welcome daily and may share memories of Della online at www.mitchellfuneralhome.net.