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Charlotte Murrell Obituary

Charlotte Ferguson Murrell was born on September 13, 1964 in Natchez, MS and was a resident of Sunshine, LA. She passed away on October 23, 2018 in her home surrounded by family. Charlotte is survived by her husband of 30 years George Abaunza Murrell, her son Derbigny Denis Murrell II, her two daughters Susanna Stewart Murrell and Mae Amanda Murrell, parents Edna and Pap Ferguson, sister Susanne Avondet and husband Kevin, sister Amanda Jeansonne and husband Benny, and brother Jim Ferguson and wife Stephanie. She attended Louisiana State University and Ole Miss Nursing School where she went on to be a pediatric nurse. She was also a volunteer in the Baton Rouge community including Junior League, St. James Martha's Guild, St. James Church Gumbo Chair, Episcopal Parent's Guild President and Episcopal Annual Fund Chair. The visitation will be at St. James Episcopal Church, 205 North 4th Street Baton Rouge, Friday October 26th from 9-11 am with a service following celebrated by Father Ralph Howe. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Baton Rouge General Pennington Cancer Center or Episcopal High School of Baton Rouge.

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Published by The Advocate from Oct. 24 to Oct. 26, 2018.

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Jennifer Lloyd

November 1, 2018

How very sad. Charlotte was a wonderful and kind person. My condolences to all of you.

Charlene Favre

October 28, 2018

I am deeply saddened to hear about Charlotte. What a beautiful lady !
My prayers and deepest sympathy for her parents , husband and children and for her friends .

October 27, 2018

George, My sincerest condolences and deepest sympathy to you, your children and all of Charlotte's family. I'll never forget your magnificent wedding and reception. Charlotte looked like a queen.
As always, you have my deep affection. All of you are in my prayers.

October 26, 2018

So sorry for your loss, George and family. Nancy Longnecker, Dunedin, New Zealand

Patricia Logan Hilton

October 26, 2018

To Charlotte's family: George, Denis, Susanna, Mae Amanda and her Mom & Dad, Susanne, Amanda and Jim

I am so heartbroken to hear of Charlotte's passing. I have so many memories with Charlotte...from elementary school to high school...even beyond to LSU. We both chose a nursing profession as our career, and as life goes, went different ways as we busily raised our own children. I'm sorry that I did not get to see Charlotte more but enjoyed our annual Christmas cards where I admired her beautiful family.
Charlotte was funny, warm, loving, and always welcoming whenever I had the opportunity to see her.
Charlotte, thank you for sharing many wonderful childhood memories with me. I am a better person for having known you. God bless you as you Rest In Peace. Prayers with your family at this most difficult time.

Warmly,

Patricia Logan Hilton
Trinity Class of 1982
LSU Class of 1986

October 26, 2018

I am so heartbroken for the Murrell and Ferguson Families. Charlotte was not only a wonderful person and friend, but she dedicated her life to others. She was so welcoming to my son Lowell, after Katrina, and made us feel so welcome at St. James Episcopal School. We love you and will miss you tremendously. Love, Terry Ray Dever and Lowell Emerson Dever IV

Jane Schoen

October 26, 2018

I am so heartbroken for Denis, Charlotte's family, her sweet sister, and all who knew her. She was always smiling and a ray of sunshine. She will be greatly missed.
The family is in my prayers.

October 26, 2018

Dear Denis and family, We are all so saddened to hear of your Mom's death. Please know that you are in our hearts, thoughts, and prayers. Much love and sympathy to you all.

Devon, Alexis, Laurens, Reynolds, Mitzi and Bruce

Sandi Geoghegan

October 26, 2018

I am so sad to read this in Natchez, Edna, and the family, YOU are in my thoughts and prayers God Bless.

Bud & Amy Fry

October 26, 2018

George, our thoughts & prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time. God bless you all.

October 26, 2018

George, we are so saddened by the news of Charlotte's passing. You & your children will be in our prayers daily. God bless!
Ross & Angelic Landry Hebert

Patti Johnston Hughes

October 26, 2018

Pap and Edna, I was so sorry to hear about Charlotte. My prayers are with you and your family.

Cheryl, Blaise and Jessica Winter

October 25, 2018

Dearest Mae and family,
We can't imagine what you are all feeling right now . Losing such a fabulous mother is devasting and we know that your heart must be broken. Please know that we are praying for your strength and for God's love to guide you and protect you.Charlotte must have been a fabulous mom to have raised such a smart, sincere and caring daughter like you.. In the days ahead may you be surrounded by all of your friends and all of your family who love you so much...we are with you in spirit Mae.
God bless you and your family,
Blaise, Cheryl and Jessica Winter

Scott Smith

October 25, 2018

My deepest sympathies to the Murrell family. I'm very sorry for your loss.

Courtney McCullough Moss

October 25, 2018

Dear George and the kids,

There are no words to describe how much I absolutely adored Charlotte. I was so lucky to get to play on her tennis team with Pamela and the gang. I had just graduated Ole Miss and I thought Charlotte hung the moon. She was always so cheerful and kind and someone I admired and wanted to be like. I loved teaching Susanna because I got to be with Charlotte again. Seven years ago my husband and I were pregnant with our second daughter when we considered the name Charlotte. I immediately thought of Charlotte Murrell and was a sweet and genuine person she was. I now have my own Charlotte Marie Moss and I will forever think of your sweet Charlotte when I look at mine. I don't think I ever got to tell that story to your Charlotte so I wanted to tell it to you George! I love your wife! She will be forever missed. Susanna, Denis and Mae Amanda - your mom was so proud to be your mama!!! She adored yall! I hope you'll remember that forever!!! Love - Courtney

David and Ann Gaude

October 25, 2018

We have been praying for Charlotte and are so sad to hear of her passing. We will continue prayers for God's comfort for the family.

Kathy Ferguson Morrow

October 25, 2018

Uncle Pap and Aunt Edna...I was so saddened to hear about Charlotte. The tributes in this book show how special and loved she was. Words cannot express how sorry I am. And to her husband and children...You have my prayers.

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Harriett Pooler

October 25, 2018

I'm sorry to hear of Charlotte's death. She was a positive and upbeat person whose love of life was obvious and fun to be around. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

October 25, 2018

To all the family, Mike and I have been offering up prayers for some time now for all of you and for Charlotte. We are so saddened by this and will continue to keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers. She was a sparkling light and never met a stranger. She always welcomed us so warmly at LSU games tailgating and during her visits here in Natchez. Much love and prayers. Mike and Cheryl Rinehart

Barbara Joynes

October 25, 2018

Stan & I were devastated to hear of Charlotte's passing. While our friendship was brief, it was indicative of all Charlotte did: it was warm, deep, rich, passionate, real, fun, and generous. Our deepest sympathy to all of the family -- especially George, Susannah, MaeMae and Denis -- on her untimely passing.

Natalie Dollar

October 25, 2018

My love and prayers go out to all of the Ferguson family. My junior high and high school memories are filled with laughter shared with Charlotte. I am a better person for having Charlotte in my life!!! My you rest in peace dear Charlotte.

Aimee Rowe

October 25, 2018

Murrell Family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Charlotte was such a blessing to me as a customer and friend.

Penny and Tim McCary

October 25, 2018

We are so saddened by your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the family.

Patty Killelea-Willard

October 25, 2018

Sending love and prayers to all the Fergusons and their families..love you all Patty Killelea

Patty Killelea-Willard

October 25, 2018

Sending love and prayers to all the Fergusons and their families..love you all Patty Killelea

October 25, 2018

LOVE AND PRAYERS for each of you at this very sad time.
Sarabeth and David Rountree.

Mary Leah Walke

October 25, 2018

Amanda, you all are in my thoughts and prayers. Charlotte was one of the nicest people I knew and was so sweet to us after we moved to BR. Love and hugs, Mary Leah

Claudia Stephens

October 25, 2018

We love Charlotte and the entire Ferguson family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Staci Duhe

October 24, 2018

Charlotte such a beautiful person. I pray for peace and blessing to all her family. Please know a special angel has met her with great joy for a life well lived and loved.

Olivia Carter

October 24, 2018

Hey Denise susanah and Mae Mae my dad and I just wanted to say that we are so sorry for the loss of y'all beautiful amazing mother. We will keep y'all in our prayers.

shelley dee huckabay

October 24, 2018

I, along with so many of our college friends, am so saddened by this news. Charlotte was such a huge part of our lives during a crazy, fun and challenging time! She never ceased to make us laugh... her presence was always known. She had such a big spirit and I'll never forget her voice or her laugh. I last saw her at our reunion, and when we all did, it was like we had never left each others sides. We all were and still are connected. She is part of our fabric, part of what shaped us all into the grown ups we became. I wish that I could have told her all of this. I wish I could have let her know how much she touched my life and to let her know that I'll forever be sad that she is no longer on this earth.
To her family, please know that we are all thinking and praying for all of you. Your mom, wife, sister was really special! Love, love, love you Charlotte!

Mimi Fowler

October 24, 2018

I am so sorry to hear about Charlotte. My prayers are with you all.mimi Murrell fowler

Gar Carter

October 24, 2018

Charlotte was a close friend of me deceased wife and when my wife died she and several other wonderful Baton Rouge ladies swept in with their motherly instincts and took over . She organized our distraught family with food , baby sitters and her organizational skills . She was amazing and totally needed at the time . Deepest condolences from my whole bunch

Jennifer Smith-Culotta

October 24, 2018

I am so sorry over the loss of Charlotte. She was a beautiful person (both inside & out) & I can only imagine how much she will be missed. My Prayers, thoughts, and deepest sympathy go out to all her family & friends. Peace be with you all.
Jennifer Smith Culotta

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