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Charles "Howard" Murrish

1940 - 2024

Charles "Howard" Murrish obituary, 1940-2024, New Orleans, LA

BORN

1940

DIED

2024

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Mothe Funeral Homes, LLC - Algiers

1300 Vallette Street

Algiers, Louisiana

Charles Murrish Obituary

Charles "Howard" Murrish passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at the age of 83. He was born in Rochester, Michigan, on December 27, 1940 to Emily Louise Marsh Murrish and Richard John Murrish. He is survived by his loving wife, Brigitte Murrish; his children, Stephen Murrish, Stephanie Murrish-Gaifullin (Daniil Gaifullin), and Brian Murrish; and his grandson, Nikolas Gaifullin. He is also survived by his siblings, and nieces, nephews, cousins, and wonderful lifelong friends. Howard was unique and irreplaceable, well respected and liked, and will be deeply and dearly missed by all who knew and loved him. His spirit and tender nature will remain in the many memoires of his cherished friends and family until they meet him again. The family expresses their deepest gratitude to the outstanding care provided by University Medical Center and The Sanctuary at Passages Hospice. In lieu of flowers, please kindly consider contributions in memory of Charles "Howard" Murrish to a charity of your choice. The family appreciates prayers to be said at your own comfort. Private services will be held at a later date. Mothe Funeral Home has been entrusted with funeral arrangements. The family kindly invites you to share thoughts, fondest memories, and condolences online at www.MotheFunerals.com.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Aug. 23 to Aug. 25, 2024.

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Ray Wilkes

December 20, 2024

I would met him and Brian on his lot in the Highlands and drink a beer and talk. Will miss our meetings. Howard had trouble with his car not starting and I
drove him home in Algiers several years ago.
I would like to purchase his Lot in the Highlands if possible

Nikolas Gaifullin

August 25, 2024

To my beloved grandfather, you gave us many beautiful memories to cherish forever in our hearts, may God keep your spirit soaring in heaven infinitely, you are truly missed by all of us! Mieces to pieces, and all my love and gratitude to you!
Love,
Nikolas

Steve Scheckman

August 24, 2024

Howard was a great guy and a loving and caring husband and father. I will miss talking with him.

Ron Cambre

August 24, 2024

To the Murrish family:
Howard was a fine gentleman. It was a pleasure to know and work with him. Ron

Dick Stephens

August 24, 2024

Dear Brigitte,
Deepest Sympathy and Condolences to you and your family over the loss of Howard. He was a wonderful friend and will be deeply missed.Dick Stephens and by proxy,Annie, Boerne,Tx

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