Richard Charles (Rick) Murrell
7th August 1964 - 20th July 2025
Service Details
ILT Stadium Southland, Surrey Park Road, Invercargill
Tuesday 29 July 2025, 10:30AM
MURRELL, Richard (Rick) Charles.
Our totara has fallen…
It is with deepest sadness the Murrell family announce the passing of our beloved son, husband, father, brother, Richard (Rick) Charles Murrell on Sunday July 20, 2025. Adored son of the late Patricia (Pat) and Charles Murrell. Dearly loved husband of Andrea, loving father of Jaimee, Benji, Tayla, and loving stepfather to Gabe. Beloved brother and brother-in-law of Lou, Grant, Bobby, Nicole, Tammie, John, Guy, Amber, Grant , Adriana and Eddie. Devoted grandfather to Rye, Era, Austin, Louie, Ava, Axel, Charlee, Kathy, Teddy and remembered with the greatest love by his nephews and nieces. Loved son-in-law to Jaime and Ligia and a great mate to so many.
Our loss is immeasurable, as is the love he leaves behind.
A service to celebrate Rick’s life will be held at ILT Stadium Southland, Surrey Park Road, Invercargill, at 10.30am on Tuesday July 29. Private thereafter. Digital messages may be left at Rick’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where a livestream is available.
Messages
Still can't believe this, it's so incredibly sad😥we will miss you so much, it's been a absolute pleasure and honor to have you in our lives💙thank you our dear friend, love you always.
Deepest sympathy to Andrea, your children, grandchildren, dad, siblings nieces and nephews on such a huge loss💙.
Deepest sympathy to Andrea, your children, grandchildren, dad, siblings nieces and nephews on such a huge loss💙.
Paula & Rewi Bull , Invercargill
Deepest condolences to Andrea and family at this super difficult time. The life of so many parties.
Such a great man. Rest in Love
Rick 🥰
Such a great man. Rest in Love
Rick 🥰
Marie Tuau, Invercargill
A life that touched so many will never be forgotten.
Though no longer with us, their presence will be remembered through the lives they impacted and the memories shared.
May they rest in peace, and may we find comfort in honoring the legacy they leave behind.
Much love to tayla and family
Though no longer with us, their presence will be remembered through the lives they impacted and the memories shared.
May they rest in peace, and may we find comfort in honoring the legacy they leave behind.
Much love to tayla and family
Ash Templeton , Invercargill
Our thoughts are with Rick's family friends.Many memories of Rick in my working days ot TRTaylors a young carsales man..Always great for a chat,laugh over this time.RIP
Jill Maurice Skeggs , Invercargill
Rick was such a nice guy. Thinking of you all.
Nicola Boutcher, Invercargill
RiP Rick our memories of you in early days working at TRTaylors a young salesman a passion you never gave up.Memories are our treasures.
Jill,Maurice Skeggs , Invercargill
With heavy heart I am sending love to all Murrell family. Remembering the days of Progress Valley, tailing and get togethers. Happy times to reflect on. Condolences to all and big hugs. Karen Voice ex Progress Valley
Karen Voice, Invercargill
Deepest condolences on your loss. Our thoughts are with you at this very sad time.
Wayne & Donna Hunt , Invercargill
RICK MURRELL, a life dedicated to love. God knows how it was, and your family and love ones will miss you here. Andrea Murrell to you my love, my prayers 🙏 and my spiritual closeness, God bless all of you. Tia Marina.
Ta Marina, Invercargill
Sending our deepest and heartfelt condolences to the Murrell family. Can vividly remember the numerous sing alongs and shirtless haka's lead by Rick - the world will be a lot less bright without him. Rest easy Rick, you were one of the good ones. Love from Debbie and Alistair Lake.
Deb & Lakie, Invercargill
Taken for too young.
RIP Rick
RIP Rick
Brenda Maley-Vear, INVERCARGILL
Our deepest condolences to Andrea and the Murrell family, thinking of you all at this extremely sad time. Wonderful memories from the days in Southern Southland and being next-door neighbours to 'The Brothers'. The Robinson Family
The Robinson Family, Invercargill- ex Quarry Hills
I would like to pass on my sincere prayers and condolences to Andrea and Family in your really sad loss of Rick. I always found Rick to be an enthusiastic individual who was really successful with his car yard and supporting sporting events in Invercargill which included the very successful Fight for Life Kidz Event in Invercargill.
My thoughts and prayers are with you Andrea and your Family. God Bless
My thoughts and prayers are with you Andrea and your Family. God Bless
Denny Enright , Invercargill
So sorry for your loss.
Val and John Wallace , Invercargill
A very reluctant good bye Rick. We were so looking forward to seeing you in November. History that dates back thirty well almost forty years, neighbours for a while, Ian’s Boss and a MTA dealer
Partner for some. Lots of laughs,
Plenty of drinks, time spent on the farm
That will stay with us always, can say it now a penguin in the set net, oysters in the harbour and a bonfire in the beach. Life takes us in all directions but one thing we and so many others will and do remember is you gave and really did care. For us that meant helping with a car yard when we had serious health issue with kels. And still being there as a friend when business went bad. But my favourite memory was of you guys just simply being there across the road and about 4 houses down in Margaret st. Please take some time off before you try to Help over the other side they have been doing this for a while
Now am sure you can streamline but take a break
Love to all the family from us here in Noosa
Partner for some. Lots of laughs,
Plenty of drinks, time spent on the farm
That will stay with us always, can say it now a penguin in the set net, oysters in the harbour and a bonfire in the beach. Life takes us in all directions but one thing we and so many others will and do remember is you gave and really did care. For us that meant helping with a car yard when we had serious health issue with kels. And still being there as a friend when business went bad. But my favourite memory was of you guys just simply being there across the road and about 4 houses down in Margaret st. Please take some time off before you try to Help over the other side they have been doing this for a while
Now am sure you can streamline but take a break
Love to all the family from us here in Noosa
Fiona and Ian Bonney, Noosa
Mis sentidas condolencias. Te acompaño desde la distancia. Dios te bendiga y te de fortaleza.Abrazotes Andrea.
Jose Botero, Bogota - Colombia
Rick Murrell,
You were the husband of my daughter Andrea, a father to my grandson Gabriel, the grandfather to my
great-granddaughters Katerine Ligia and Theodora Maria, a brother-in-law and friend to my daughter Adriana, and loving with my wife Ligia.
As for me, I always received your respect and affection.
Mami and Mimo have broken hearts - you came into our lives, and everything changed for the better.
You gave us everything you knew how to give: affection, generosity, and a sense of security.
You loved life and people - you never rejected anyone.
Your passion was the sea, and everything it gave you, you shared with immense joy.
You loved your country with pride.
You got to know ours (Colombia) and embraced it with love.
All I can say is THANK YOU for your life and for having shared it with ours.
May the power of God accompany and strengthen us all.
- Mimo (your Father-in-law)
You were the husband of my daughter Andrea, a father to my grandson Gabriel, the grandfather to my
great-granddaughters Katerine Ligia and Theodora Maria, a brother-in-law and friend to my daughter Adriana, and loving with my wife Ligia.
As for me, I always received your respect and affection.
Mami and Mimo have broken hearts - you came into our lives, and everything changed for the better.
You gave us everything you knew how to give: affection, generosity, and a sense of security.
You loved life and people - you never rejected anyone.
Your passion was the sea, and everything it gave you, you shared with immense joy.
You loved your country with pride.
You got to know ours (Colombia) and embraced it with love.
All I can say is THANK YOU for your life and for having shared it with ours.
May the power of God accompany and strengthen us all.
- Mimo (your Father-in-law)
Jaime Arango, Bogotá, Colombia
Rick,
I'm going to miss those hugs you gave us with so much love and affection.
The joy you showed when you saw us.
I have so many memories of you, On my birthday, you gave me a mini table clock and a tiger print bracelet; I will cherish them dearly.
And how could I forget you’re my baptism godfather.
In Santa Marta, Colombia, you fell in love with the military uniform, and I got you the full set. You couldn't believe it, you looked like a General with 20 decorations.
When you played the virtual guitar singing country music and the haka,
The fish you used to cook for me the blue cod and I was so happy, and when you managed to rescue little Rico the dog.
So many memories engraved in my heart.
I thank God for bringing you into our lives.
You will live on in us forever.
- La Mami (your Mother-in-law)
I'm going to miss those hugs you gave us with so much love and affection.
The joy you showed when you saw us.
I have so many memories of you, On my birthday, you gave me a mini table clock and a tiger print bracelet; I will cherish them dearly.
And how could I forget you’re my baptism godfather.
In Santa Marta, Colombia, you fell in love with the military uniform, and I got you the full set. You couldn't believe it, you looked like a General with 20 decorations.
When you played the virtual guitar singing country music and the haka,
The fish you used to cook for me the blue cod and I was so happy, and when you managed to rescue little Rico the dog.
So many memories engraved in my heart.
I thank God for bringing you into our lives.
You will live on in us forever.
- La Mami (your Mother-in-law)
Ligia De Arango, Bogotá, Colombia
I wasn't prepared for this news.
I just can’t thank you enough for loving my parents, for offering a better life in a Wonderful Country to my beloved Andrea & Gabe.
And you fulfilled my dream, you showed me your land, that land you were always so proud of, and you showed me your beloved Fiordland.
And you were happy, and the sea that you loved so much claimed you.
Our Ricky, you'll always be a big part of my family.
Until We meet again, Bro.
- Adriana (your sister-in-law)
I just can’t thank you enough for loving my parents, for offering a better life in a Wonderful Country to my beloved Andrea & Gabe.
And you fulfilled my dream, you showed me your land, that land you were always so proud of, and you showed me your beloved Fiordland.
And you were happy, and the sea that you loved so much claimed you.
Our Ricky, you'll always be a big part of my family.
Until We meet again, Bro.
- Adriana (your sister-in-law)
Adriana Zuniga, Anaheim, USA
Andrea, we are sorry for your loss. Our prayers will be with you, and your all family.
Family Glaze, OC California
Deepest condolences to Andrea and family at this super difficult time.
Sending big hugs 💞
Sending big hugs 💞
Tracy Beer, Nelson
To the Murrell Family
Our deepest condolences on Ricky’s sudden and unexpected passing. Our thoughts are with you all at this very sad & difficult time. Take comfort in knowing how many lives he touched 🥰
Our deepest condolences on Ricky’s sudden and unexpected passing. Our thoughts are with you all at this very sad & difficult time. Take comfort in knowing how many lives he touched 🥰
Darren & Pauline Fairweather, Invercargill
Sending our deepest and heartfelt condolences to the Murrell family. We can vividly remember the numerous sing alongs and shirtless haka's lead by Rick - the World will be a lot less bright without him. Rest easy Rick, you were one of the good ones. Love from Debbie and Alistair Lake
Debbie and Alistair Lake, Invercargill
Our deepest condolences to all the Murrell family. Sorry we can’t make the service on Tuesday but our thoughts are with you all. Remembering Rick, as the fine young man he was.. Syd and Bev Olive and family Waikawa
Michelle van Eeden, Invercargill
Our hearts go out to Andrea and the entire family during this incredibly difficult time. Rick was a truly special soul whose kindness, strength, and spirit touched so many lives. Though he may no longer be with us in person, his presence lives on in the memories we cherish and the love he shared so freely.
May we find comfort in the stories, the laughter, and the legacy he leaves behind. Rest peacefully, Rick — you will never be forgotten.
May we find comfort in the stories, the laughter, and the legacy he leaves behind. Rest peacefully, Rick — you will never be forgotten.
Renatta & Craig Hardy , Invercargill
To Andrea and whanau,
Every now and then God gets it right and makes a beauty! Well he got it right when the Rick Myster came into the world.
So lucky to have had you in our lives Rick. I have a smile on my face thinking about the fun times we shared. So many pearlers. Lana will never forget the love and support you gave her when she was at the Steel. RIP mate Xx Jeremy and Lana
Every now and then God gets it right and makes a beauty! Well he got it right when the Rick Myster came into the world.
So lucky to have had you in our lives Rick. I have a smile on my face thinking about the fun times we shared. So many pearlers. Lana will never forget the love and support you gave her when she was at the Steel. RIP mate Xx Jeremy and Lana
Jeremy Winders, Rarotonga
To the Murrell Family, we have been so saddened to hear this news regarding the unfortunate accident that has taken Rick from your lives. The suddenness is the hardest part to deal with and you will all be grieving for some time. I hope your close network of friends will keep on supporting you at this time. Rick was a rock and a great friend. Please accept our condolences. Brent n Leanne Parker Gold Coast AU
Leanne Elizabeth Parker, Helensvale Gold Coast
To all the Murrell family we are thinking and praying for you on this very very sad day .
Rick was such a special Man, as a family that grew up with our family at Waikawa we share in your grief
Sorry we cannot be with you today.
With much love Paul And Ceiia Watson
Rick was such a special Man, as a family that grew up with our family at Waikawa we share in your grief
Sorry we cannot be with you today.
With much love Paul And Ceiia Watson
Paul Watson, Curio Bay
Gonna miss you my friend. My heart goes out the Murrell family. Aroha Nui
Daniel and Marie Bond, Brisbane
Like every one we were shocked to hear of Ricks passing,we at Aspiring Auto Court in Wanaka have many a memories of out Time at Conferences along with Rick & Bobby when we were the Kia dealers he had an infectious personality & will be missed by all he came in contact with ....Thanks for the memories Rick youll be missed in our group for sure.....Regards Bruce & Leigh Johnston
Bruce & Leigh Johnston, Wanaka
Our deepest condolences to the Whanau - thinking of you all at this sad time.
Jackie and Hoeta Simeon, Gold Coast
Andrea and extended family I am so shocked at Ricks passing and sorry for your loss, he will leave a large hole in so many life's. The service today was so fitting for such a man!! And man we gona miss him, upside is we remember his kind and caring nature and if WE can emulate this its gona make us better people and remember him well!! where ever you rest KIA KAHA my friend and may the waters be bountiful and clear.
Enjoyed working with you and as a true friend!!
Enjoyed working with you and as a true friend!!
Ian McDonald, Invercargill
Rest in Love, Rick. Gone far too soon. My thoughts and prayers are with all of your loved ones. Much love, Beth x
Beth Schryvers, Nelson
Goodbye Dad, I will miss you very much
But I will continue to see you in Rye who loves the sea with the same passion you do, who loves his large group of mates like you do and who equally loves a drink stand at birthday parties like you do. I have watched him make some questionable decisions over a couple of cups of fanta ( jump jam). It makes me smile and slightly nervous at the same time. I see you in Era who is afraid of no one and nothing. Who we gently back down from stare offs with mean kids in the park, patting her back telling her it is not worth it... You told me she was you and again it makes me smile but also slightly nervous. We will continue to live full fun lives and I know you will be watching. Keep the sharks away. We will swap notes when I see you again.
Love, Jaimee
But I will continue to see you in Rye who loves the sea with the same passion you do, who loves his large group of mates like you do and who equally loves a drink stand at birthday parties like you do. I have watched him make some questionable decisions over a couple of cups of fanta ( jump jam). It makes me smile and slightly nervous at the same time. I see you in Era who is afraid of no one and nothing. Who we gently back down from stare offs with mean kids in the park, patting her back telling her it is not worth it... You told me she was you and again it makes me smile but also slightly nervous. We will continue to live full fun lives and I know you will be watching. Keep the sharks away. We will swap notes when I see you again.
Love, Jaimee
Jaimee Murrell, Pahiatua
We are so sad for you all.
Please accept our families' sincere condolences.
I remember Ricky as a lively, adventurous and charming boy. He told me many times how much he and his siblings enjoyed their sojourn in our house at Progress Valley while their new home on the Falkner farm was being built. He said their favourite indoor past time was running up and down the stairs and hiding in cupboards. Always he was smiling, active and enjoying whatever life had to offer.
Do remember him that way and may those memories comfort you now and in the future.
Sincerely,
Please accept our families' sincere condolences.
I remember Ricky as a lively, adventurous and charming boy. He told me many times how much he and his siblings enjoyed their sojourn in our house at Progress Valley while their new home on the Falkner farm was being built. He said their favourite indoor past time was running up and down the stairs and hiding in cupboards. Always he was smiling, active and enjoying whatever life had to offer.
Do remember him that way and may those memories comfort you now and in the future.
Sincerely,
Mary McLean, Invercargill
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