Murray Henderson Funeral Home

Murray Henderson Funeral Home, Inc. has been a pillar of the New Orleans community since its founding by Murray Henderson in 1909. With more than 186 years of combined experience among its staff, the funeral home is deeply rooted in the traditions and values of the families it serves. Located at 1209-11 Teche Street in the Algiers neighborhood of New Orleans, Louisiana, the facility is fully wheelchair accessible, with both a wheelchair accessible entrance and parking lot, ensuring that all families can visit with ease. On-site parking is also available for guests.

The funeral home offers a comprehensive range of services to meet the diverse needs of the community. These include traditional funeral services, cremation, memorial ceremonies, and graveside services. Every arrangement is carefully tailored to honor the life being celebrated, whether through a religious service, a simple cremation with a private gathering, or a personalized celebration of life. The dedicated staff work closely with each family to handle all logistics, paperwork, and coordination with cemeteries, clergy, and other vendors. In addition to serving New Orleans, Murray Henderson Funeral Home extends its support to surrounding areas such as Algiers, Chalmette, Gretna, Hahnville, Harvey, Kenner, Marrero, and Metairie.

Understanding that each family has unique needs, the accommodating staff is committed to assisting families in creating meaningful services. They promise to serve every family with dignity, respect, and professionalism. Whether families are making arrangements following an unexpected loss or planning ahead to ease the burden on loved ones, the funeral home provides guidance through every decision. Pre-planning options allow individuals to document personal wishes, lock in current pricing for certain services, and give their family clarity during a difficult time. Immediate-need arrangements are handled with urgency and compassion, often on the same day.

The funeral home's operating hours are Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM, and it is closed on weekends. It can be reached by phone at (504) 366-4597. The website provides additional information about the caring staff, available services, and resources to help families in their time of need. Recent obituaries and death notices are regularly posted, reflecting the funeral home's ongoing commitment to honoring the lives of community members. Murray Henderson Funeral Home remains a trusted institution, combining over a century of heritage with a compassionate, personalized approach to funeral care.