Michael L. Murray

MURRAY Dr. Michael L. Murray, age 63, died Friday, June 15, 2007 at Touro Hospital in New Orleans. Born October 25, 1943 in New Haven Connecticut to Robert and Elizabeth Murray, Mike's family later moved to Louisville KY. An avid scientist, Mike earned his PhD in Microbiology from The Johns Hopkins University. He moved to New Orleans in 1972 to join the faculty of LSU Medical School, and became a devotee of New Orleans' music and culture. In 1987 he was awarded a law degree by Loyola University Law School and launched a second career in patent law, specializing in the biomedical field. Never one to do anything by halves, Mike was a dedicated scientist, DIYer, festival goer, music aficionado and world traveler. Surviving are his beloved wife, Janice Gill Murray; daughter, Margaret E. Murray; daughter, Karen Murray Legrand, her husband Pierre Legrand and grandchildren Anna, Marlo and Pierre; twin brother Robert Murray; brother Craig Murray; stepdaughter Rochelle Rupp and step-granddaughter Ariana Rupp. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family. Donations may be sent in Mike's memory to the ALS Assoc., La. Chapter.