Hurwitz-Mintz Furniture owner, Mitchell Mintz is laid to rest at 74

MITCHELL LLOYD MINTZ,  passed away peacefully on June 14, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of family devotion, business leadership, philanthropy, and community service. He was 74.

MITCHELL LLOYD MINTZ

A native New Orleanian, he was raised with the values of hard work, integrity, generosity, and a deep love for family and community. A proud graduate of the University of Alabama, he returned home to join the family business, Hurwitz Mintz Furniture, becoming a third-generation leader of one of New Orleans’ most respected businesses. A visionary and forward-thinking entrepreneur, he helped guide Hurwitz Mintz through decades of growth and transformation. He embraced innovation, expanded the company’s reach, and developed creative marketing and strategic initiatives that allowed the business to thrive in an ever-changing marketplace.

He genuinely cared for the people who worked alongside him and considered employees part of the extended Hurwitz Mintz family. He believed that a successful business was built on trust, loyalty, and relationships, and he took great pride in supporting and mentoring generations of employees throughout his career. His leadership style was marked by kindness, respect, and an unwavering commitment to those around him.

A passionate philanthropist whose generosity touched countless lives, he quietly and consistently supported numerous charitable organizations and causes that were important to him, ranging from the arts and healthcare to animal welfare and medical research. Among the organizations he championed were the New Orleans SPCA, Touro Hospital, Hadassah, Shir Chadash, the March of Dimes, BRAVO, the Louisiana Research Consortium, and many others. He believed deeply in giving back to the community that had given so much to him and his family.

He was also known as an enthusiastic sports fan who rarely missed an opportunity to cheer for his beloved New Orleans Saints, New Orleans Pelicans, and Alabama Crimson Tide. Whether watching a game with friends and family or discussing the latest season prospects, his passion for sports was infectious.

He will be lovingly remembered by his devoted wife of 40 years, Christie Mintz; his daughter, Cheryl Mintz and her spouse, Brett Bauman; his mother, Elaine Mintz, and a granddaughter. He is also survived by his sisters-in-law Priscilla Gremillion (Glen) and Lucila Madden and his brothers-in-law, Barry Smith (Camille) and Robert Rachel (Donna).

A private graveside service was held in Metairie Lake Lawn Cemetery on Friday, June 19.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to one of the many charitable organizations he supported throughout his lifetime.