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Murphy Smith Sr.

1926 - 2019

Murphy Smith Sr. obituary, 1926-2019, New Orleans, LA

BORN

1926

DIED

2019

FUNERAL HOME

Murray Henderson Funeral Home, Inc. - Algiers

1209 Teche St

New Orleans, Louisiana

Murphy Smith Obituary

Murphy Smith Sr, at the age of 93, transitioned to his heavenly home on December 28, 2019, surrounded by his loving family. Born on February 13, 1926, to the late Helen Davis. Beloved husband of 74 years to Bernice Reddick Smith. Father of Vera Depland, Murphy, Jr. (Rebecca), Janice, Larry Smith, Lillie Williams, Elaine (Albert) Ragas, Carolyn (Eugene) Pansy, and Sylvia (Ernest) Davis. Grandfather of 18 grandchildren; great- grandfather of 29 and great- great grandfather of 1. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his mother, Helen Davis; beloved Grandmother Adline Davis; brothers, Curly, Wilkie, Cal, and Edward Declouet; sister, Juanita Ross. Relatives and friends of the family, all neighboring churches of Plaquemines Parish, and employees of Empire Menhaden (Daybrook Fisheries) Company and Hospice and Palliative Care Compassus New Orleans are invited to attend funeral services on January 11, 2020, at the Greater Macedonia Baptist Church at 11:00 am, 27796 Highway 23, Port Sulphur, La. Visitation will be held before service time from 9:00-10:50 am. Interment at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Cemetery, 8968 Highway 23, Belle Chasse, La. Professional Services entrusted to Murray Henderson Funeral Home 1209, Tech Street, New Orleans, La.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Jan. 8 to Jan. 11, 2020.

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Doris Riley

January 16, 2020

I was very sorry to hear about Mr. Murphy's passing. He was a fixture in the church community in Plaquemines Parish. Take comfort in knowing he is with God. The Smith family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Barbara Lombard

January 13, 2020

Larry and Family,
Your father was BLESSED with 93 years of life. May all those memories of him be a comfort to you all. As long as someone remembers, no one ever dies.
May he REST IN PEACE in his heavenly home.

suzin Reed

January 11, 2020

Deepest sympathy to the Smith Family

Angela Netter Williams

January 11, 2020

Condolences to Larry and the Smith family .Praying that God will give each one of you peace and comfort

Emma Howard Paul

January 11, 2020

Dear Sylvia,

The Bible says to let not your heart be troubled... I am praying for you and your family. Remember to ask God for strength as you celebrate the life and legacy of your father.

Suzzane Taylor

January 10, 2020

Our condolences to Larry and the entire Smith Family. We pray for the peace and comfort of the Holy Spirit. May God bind your hearts together as you draw strength from him. Allow yourselves time to grieve and time to heal.
Suzanne Taylor and the entire Polk Family

Lelia Simmons

January 10, 2020

May God Blessings Continue To Give You Peace and Comfort at this Grace and Mercy be with You You are in our prayers

Charlyn Green Bachemin

January 10, 2020

May God give you peace and comfort you as you say goodbye to your love one. With my deepest sympathy.

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Philomena Riley

January 10, 2020

Y'all have our deepest sympathy from Philomena Riley and family

Clayton & Heidi Riley-Ancar

January 10, 2020

Our deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences are extended to the Smith family on the loss of your beloved patriarch. May the peace of God comfort your grieving hearts and give you peace to face tomorrow. May the precious memories of your beloved family member forever resonate in your hearts. Be blessed always!

Emily Turner

January 9, 2020

So sorry for the families loss you guys are in my prayers

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Greater Macedonia Baptist Church

27796 Highway 23, Port Sulphur, LA

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11:00 a.m.

Greater Macedonia Baptist Church

27796 Highway 23, Port Sulphur, LA

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1209 Teche St, New Orleans, LA 70114

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