Dr. Charles Murray Kasbarian

On Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025 at the age of 64, Dr. Charles Murray Kasbarian passed away after a lengthy battle against a rare neurological disorder, Multiple Systems Atrophy. Surrounded by loving family members, he peacefully transitioned to his Heavenly home, to joyfully celebrate with his savior Jesus Christ and reunite with family and friends who preceded him, including his parents Harry Sarkis Kasbarian and Barbara Joan Kasbarian.

Born in Dallas, Texas on November 8, 1960, Charles’ early childhood was spent in Richardson before moving to Wakefield, Massachusetts. After graduating from Wakefield High School, he obtained an appointment to the U.S. Military Academy at West Point. However, as a native Texan, he chose to attend the University of Dallas in Irving, graduating with a double major in Biology and Chemistry. His Doctor of Medicine degree was conferred by the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, followed by an internship at Brackenridge Hospital in Austin and residency at Memorial Southwest Hospital in Houston. During his internship in Austin, Charles married Hillary with whom he would spend the rest of his life. Shortly afterward they welcomed their daughter and son, Christine and Michael, to complete the family.

After moving back to his hometown of Richardson, Charles joined the Arapaho Village Medical Center as a Board-Certified Family Practice Physician in 1990. Three years later, he opened his own private practice where he would continue helping and healing his patients, until his retirement in March of 2021. He was regarded as a kind, caring physician and an astute diagnostician by the patients he considered as family who offered heartfelt tributes at his retirement celebration. His final contribution to the medical field was the donation of his body to UT-Southwestern Medical Center of Dallas to advance research on his rare neurological disorder.

A true Renaissance man, Charles was admired for his breadth of knowledge and life-long love for learning. His ability to discuss topics like science, economics, and religion as easily as beekeeping earned him a seat at the “Breakfast Club” with like-minded friends. He was equally comfortable operating farm equipment as he was attending symphonies. A handyman at heart, he excelled at woodworking projects and home repair. He enjoyed outdoor activities including running 10K races, boating on the lakes, duck hunting with his in-laws, and riding his Goldwing motorcycle through the Hill Country. His favorite vacations were visiting Rome and the Vatican enjoying their classical antiquities. His favorite pastime was spent sitting on the back patio on cold winter nights tending a wood-burning stove with his family surrounding him. His love for his children was evident in his ardent support of their formal education, and as a loyal fan cheering for them at their innumerable baseball, softball, and basketball games. As a devoted husband and father, he ensured his family's well-being, leaving behind a lasting legacy.

Charles is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Hillary Kasbarian; his children, Christine (Christopher) Duncan and Michael Kasbarian; and his siblings, Gregory Kasbarian, John Kasbarian, Susan (Dick) Record, and Richard Kasbarian.

A long-time parishioner of St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church in Richardson, Charles was a member of the local council of the Knights of Columbus Order, sang in the Family Choir, and served as a lector and usher. His funeral mass will be held at the church on Saturday, June 28, 2025 at 11:30 AM.

The family wishes to offer heart-felt thanks to Arcy Hospice for the excellent care and fellowship they provided, especially Chaplain Larry, aide Ekezya (Keta), volunteer Han, nurses Melanie and Linda, and social worker Madison. We also wish to thank Dr. Stephen Vernino and staff at UT Southwestern’s MSA Clinic for their advice and immense support. We especially want to express our deepest appreciation to members of the St. Paul the Apostle community, including the Family Choir, Men’s Club, and Knights of Columbus, with special thanks to Ken Brown and Joe Prampin, in bringing faith and fellowship to Charles and the family during his illness.

To honor his memory, please consider a donation of time, treasure, or talent to Arcy Hospice, UT Southwestern’s Neurology Department, St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church, or one of Charles’ favorite charities: Tunnel to Towers Foundation, Shriners Hospitals for Children, and St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital.

“I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world” (John 16:33)