Morris Prigoff

1942 - 2021

Morris Prigoff obituary, 1942-2021, Cedar Hill, TX

Morris Prigoff

1942 - 2021

BORN

1942

DIED

2021

Morris Prigoff Obituary

Published by Dallas Morning News on Mar. 16, 2021.
PRIGOFF, Morris Dr. Morris Prigoff passed away on March 4, 2021, after a serious six year illness. He was lovingly cared for at home by his devoted wife Michela, whom he referred to as "my wife for life'". They were blessed with 19 beautiful years of marriage. Dr. Prigoff grew up in Syracuse, New York, and was a graduate of the University of Syracuse and the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine. He was a proud member of the Texas Podiatric Medical Association and a sponsor of the March of Dimes and American Heart Association. A podiatrist of 45 years in Oak Cliff and North Dallas, Dr. Prigoff was loved by his patients for his wonderful care and generous, fun-loving spirit. At 6 feet 2 inches tall, Morris had a bigger-than-life personality and a gentle, generous nature. Also known as "Moe", he gained fame on the show Storage Wars Texas. He loved travelling, teaching, swimming and basketball, gardening, collecting art, and his wife's excellent cooking. He was the owner of River Regency, a mid-century modern furniture and antique store. He had a knack for buying and recreating special pieces and a great love of art and collectibles. Morris will also be lovingly remembered by his daughter Gina Leonard, son-in-law Paul, grandsons Gavin and Zachary, sisters Rosella Heumann and Suzanne Achleitner, step-son Chase, and many loving nieces and nephews. He will be remembered as well by fans all over the country, and by his many devoted patients. Funeral arrangements will be completed by Sparkman-Hillcrest in North Dallas. A memorial service will be held as we gather in person to remember and celebrate Morris' life on Thursday, March 18, 2021 10:00 am at Sparkman-Hillcrest Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to Congregation Beth Shalom in Arlington Texas.

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June 24, 2025

Missy posted to the memorial.

October 17, 2024

Maurizio Sogari posted to the memorial.

September 15, 2024

Vick posted to the memorial.

Missy

June 24, 2025

Rest In Peace Moe

Maurizio Sogari

October 17, 2024

Con grande simpatia ciao moe

Vick

September 15, 2024

RIP mo

Giancarlo

August 22, 2024

Ottima persona

Sheila Hewitt

January 7, 2024

I watched him on storage wars so sad to hear of his passing prayers to the family

Jaroslaw Duk

May 23, 2023

Z ogromna uwaga ´sledzilem poczynania w programie wojny magazynowe ,z telewizji wydawal sie czlowiekiem o wielkim sercu i niezwykle sympatyczny ,szkoda i zal po stracie tak wspanialego czlowieka ,szczere wyrazy wspólczucia dla rodziny po tak bolesnej stracie

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March 26, 2023

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Tammy

August 29, 2022

My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Morris. He was a gentle giant. Many Blessings.

Bruce O.

May 25, 2022

I only knew of 'Mo' Prigoff through his stint on televsision. However, his personality and warmth came through on every episode. He is missed by many.

KarronLee Smith

May 2, 2022

My sincerest sympathies to Moe´s family. He was my favorite person on Storage Wars Texas and came across as such a kind and gentle man. R.I.P.

Christi Kirkpatrick

January 17, 2022

Dr. Prigoff was my foot surgeon. Out of all of the doctor's I have ever had in my 63 years, he was by far my favorite. He was quite a character! So sorry to here of his passing. He will be missed.

Brian Curneal

October 3, 2021

Thank you Moe for making me laugh so much while watching Storage Wars Texas. You always had the right words to say at the right time. If I felt wornout from teaching all day or it was just not a happy day . . . I would watch reruns of your show and then I would feel normal again because you and Mary made me laugh.
I will miss you and hope to see you in heaven some day. Maybe we could do Storage War in Heaven.

James

September 28, 2021

Rest in peace Moe! You will be missed and loved forever.

Teresa M Smith

July 28, 2021

What can you say about the loss of a great man? I am so very sorry for your incredible loss! Moe was highly entertaining and one of the reasons Storage Wars Texas is one of my favorite shows! He brought a touch of class and humor to the show! I'm sure he was a wonderful husband, father and friend to many! He brought me great joy and I know he will be missed! May God Bless his wife and family! You have my deepest sympathies! I truly believe he made this world a better place! God now has a "fabulous" angel!

Jason Winchester

May 7, 2021

I only came to know 'Mo' through his time on Storage Wars, but he came across as a genuine, honest, caring, humble and a true gentleman. To his family, my heart felt condolences, Moe, Sir may U rest in peace. Vale Morris, keep it real.
Jason Sydney Australia

Jessica Sanchez

April 6, 2021

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Love seeing him in Storage Wars . May we continue seeing the reruns . Prayers to the family .
Jessica Sanchez
Dallas, Texas

Jim Wilson

March 19, 2021

Morris ( we called him “Mooney” ) and I met in 1942 when our mothers were wheeling us around the block.
We remained friends for 79 years.
I miss him already.
Jim Wilson

Sally Buck

March 18, 2021

I love watching “Moe” on Storage Wars” reruns. So sorry to know he was ill for so long. Prayers for the family.
Sally in Fort Worth

Sally Buck

March 18, 2021

I love watching “Moe” on Storage Wars” reruns. So sorry to know he was ill for so long. Prayers for the family.
Sally in Fort Worth

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Bill Melton

March 16, 2021

Sincere condolences on Morris' passing. I became acquainted with him many years ago when he was Team Podiatrist for the Dallas Chaparrals Basketball Team. Later he treated my feet before my first Marathon.

He was a "gentle giant" and fun person to around. He will be missed by many.

May God Bless Morris and the Family.

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