Sterlin Hill Murriel

STERLIN H. MURRIEL was born July 30, 1947 in Kinston, North Carolina to the late Willie H. Murriel and Audrey L. Murriel. On February 8, 2023, Sterlin peacefully began his heavenly journey. Relocating to Baltimore, MD with his family, Sterlin was educated in the Baltimore City School System. Sterlin graduated from Edmondson High School in 1965. He was an extremely responsible young man with a business mind set. At an early age he delivered newspapers where he discovered the importance of hard work. After attending college and trade school he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps in 1968 where he received a National Defense Service Medal, Vietnamese Service Medal, Vietnamese Campaign Medal and a Combat Action Ribbon. After bravely and proudly serving his country, he started a career as a long- distance truck driver. Once retiring from Anchor Motor Freight, he joined his father managing the family-owned business, Northwest Body & Fender. Growing up in the Baptist Church Sterlin developed his love for the Lord at an early age. He gave his life to Christ as an adult and was a member of Faith Christian Fellowship Church. At the time of his passing, he was holding his bible trusting God would deliver him from any pain and suffering. Under his quiet demeanor, Sterlin was charismatic, distinguished and carried himself with “swag” before swag was such a thing. He had a love for “the finer things in life”. Sterlin had many passions which included Pipe collecting, motor cycle riding, driving/buying sports cars, auto racing, fishing, watching Western movies and listening to Country Western music just to name a few. On any sunny day you would find him playing golf no matter what the outside temperature was, as long as it was sunshine, Sterlin would be out swinging his golf clubs. He looked forward to his annual road trip to North Carolina for those delicious sausage which he would put on the grill. Sterlin also loved raising dogs. It wasn’t a surprise, for him to come home with a puppy/dog with a smirk on his face knowing his wife wouldn’t be thrilled but would eventually grow to love the dogs. As a loyal Baltimore Ravens fan, during a football game was the only time you would hear him shouting and showing emotions. He was typically a laid- back gentlemen who was extremely smooth. His wardrobe was filled with the sharpest suites, exquisite ties, an abundance of shoes, and fur coats. He was an all-around suave man. While delivering newspapers, Sterlin met Beverly and they briefly dated in their earlier years. The couple later reunited and married on August 29, 1980 spending the remainder of their lives happily married. They were the true definition of reunited and it feels so good. The two enjoyed traveling, concerts, shopping, and quiet evenings watching a good movie together. He was her “Prince Charming” and she was “the Key to His Heart”. From this loving union they welcomed their son Michael to share in their unity. Michael and Sterlin enjoyed watching football together and Netflix. Sterlin was introduced to the world of golf from his daughter Lisa. The two would practice on the field across the street from their home for hours. He shared his passion for fishing with his wife, son, granddaughter and his grandsons with so much pride and enthusiasm. Sterlin had an amazing bond with his granddaughter Kyrsten. They always enjoyed eating their special oatmeal together. He found so much joy spending quality time with his two grandsons Austin and Dylan who would put a smile on his face whenever they were around. His great grandson Zander added an extra spark in his life. Pop-Pop, as they affectionately called him, taught them how to play golf and allowed them to just be “boys” while they would take over his man cave. Sterlin enjoyed being with his family in Baltimore, taking trips to Philadelphia and going to the farm in North Carolina. He was the apple of his mother’s eye. His relationship with his cousins were priceless. Although he was a man of few words, he loved his family. Sterlin was preceded in death by his loving and devoted wife Beverly Murriel, parents Willie and Audrey Murriel and brother Adrian Cox. Sterlin leaves to cherish his memory and carry on his legacy: his son, Michael Murriel; daughter, Lisa Burke; granddaughter, Kyrsten Johnson; grandsons, Austin Murriel and Dylan Murriel; great-grandson, Zander Glascoe; Aunt Hilda Miller and a host of other family and friends.

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Sterlin Hill Murriel

July 30, 1947 - February 8, 2023