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Ernest Murphree Obituary

Ernie was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He passed away on Wednesday, February 26, 2014. Ernie retired as the Director of Secondary Education with the East Baton Rouge Parish School System after 35 years of service. Ernest was 84 years old and a resident of Baton Rouge. He and his wife, Chris enjoyed traveling together and playing golf. Ernie was a devoted member to Florida Blvd. Baptist Church. Family meant everything to him and he enjoyed spending time with them. Visitation at Resthaven Funeral Home, 11817 Jefferson Hwy., Baton Rouge, on Thursday, February 27, 2014 from 4 pm to 8 pm and will resume at the funeral home on Friday, February 28, 2014 from 10 am until funeral service at 12 noon, conducted by Joey Beeson. Interment in Resthaven Gardens of Memory. Ernest is survived by his daughter, Louise Murphree; grandson, Tristem Murphree; three great-grandchildren, Savanah, Michael, and Tristem, Jr; and two sisters, Ann Smith and Elizabeth Bowers. Preceded in death by his parents, Bernie and Mary Louise Murphree; daughter, Theresa Lea; and son, Michael Murphree; his wife, Chris of 56 years; brother, Bernie Murphree; and sister, Elouise Blakeman. A special appreciation to all employees at Heritage Manor. Please visit www.resthavenbatonrouge.com to sign the online guestbook.

Published by The Advocate from Feb. 26 to Feb. 28, 2014.
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Rest in peace Mr. Murphree - My principal while at Lee High (Class of '73)

March 22, 2014

From a '75 graduate from Lee High. Rest in peace.

Barbara Nichols

March 13, 2014

Coach Murphree really helped BRHS Class of 64 develop its football program and it was great to be on a team with him. Thanks very much

David L Broussard

March 10, 2014

I am very sorry to hear about my Uncle Ernie's passing. May the Lord give comfort to cousin Louise and other Murphree family members. Stephen W. Bowers Colombia, South America

March 3, 2014

Rest in Peace from a graduate of Lee High - Class of '73

Loretta Britt

March 3, 2014

From a '74 Lee High grad -- Rest in Peace

David Cole

March 1, 2014

Mr. Murphree has regularly been in my remembrances of my life as a student at Lee High from 1972 to1975. He I had an important impact on my life and those of many of his students. My condolences to his family.

Ray Pecoraro

March 1, 2014

REST IN PEACE MOACH...WHAT A GUY !
He would pinch the hair on my leg and blow the whistle at Track practice and tank the hair out of my leg , so that I would run Faster. He was THE BEST COACH --- EVER !

Brick Harrell

March 1, 2014

Great principal at Lee High! May he rest in peace.

SUSAN PARSONS JANDLE

February 28, 2014

Mr. Murphree was my principal at Robert E Lee High from 70-74. These were tumultuous times on many levels but Mr. Murphree always did his best to keep things on an even keel. I worked in the office as a student aide during my Jr & Sr years and had many interactions with him. I know he was a fair man and had the best interests of the student body at heart. I always enjoyed visits with him after graduating. May God Bless him and prayers for him and his family.

Paul LeBlanc

February 28, 2014

With deepest sympathy

Trudy Free

February 28, 2014

Sorry to hear of Mr. Murphree's passing. I knew him when I worked at the Central Office of EBRPSS. He was always kind and a pleasure to work with.

Debbie Hope

February 28, 2014

Thank yo Mr. Murphree, the days at Lee High were wonderful, and you were part of that reason. Wishing I could return to the easy days of high school, THANKS FOR THE MEMORIES!

Jaye Lynn Hayden Miceli

February 28, 2014

Louise and family, my condolences to you and your family on your father's passing. What a sweet, wonderful family. Thoughts and prayers are with you.

barbara montgomery-roe

February 28, 2014

I was saddened to read of "Coach" Murphree's passing. He was my JV track coach at BRHS and then became the varsity coach for my next two years. As my classmates approach our 50th reunion there are countless of us that owe much of our individual successes to this consummate gentleman.

I know full well he is resting in heaven and helping to coach
God's track team. Take your mark Coach, and thanks for your wisdom and guidance.

Tim Alford
Kearney NE

February 27, 2014

I am so very sorry to hear of Mr. Murhpree's death. Surely there are literally thousands who carry his memory. He touched my life at Lee High.

-Boatner Howell

Boatner Howell

February 27, 2014

Louise, my deepest sympathy for you and your family in the loss of your Dad. I was in the same Bible class with he and your Mom for many years. Your parents were special friends and Ernie will be missed as well as, your Mom.
Dave and Ouida Tettleton

February 27, 2014

Thank you Mr. Murphree, for your dedication to Lee High School. I am so grateful to you & all principals & teachers. You are worth so much more than your weight in gold. I miss my days at Lee High School, as we will really miss you.

Barbara Law Nichols

February 27, 2014

Sorry to hear of Mr Murphee's passing he was an assistant principle when I was at GOHS .. My condolences to the family

Jo Nell Villar-Stafford

February 27, 2014

May he rest in peace. Remembering him as Principal at Lee High School in 1972 and Guidance Counselor at Baton Rouge High School in 1963.

Carol

February 27, 2014

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