It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mary Ruth (Osborne) Trumphour, a beloved educator, librarian, and cherished contributor to the Robertson County community. Mary Ruth left us on September 29, 2023, leaving behind a profound legacy of wisdom, kindness, many friendships, a loving family, and countless students of East Robertson Schools.
Mrs. Mary Ruth was born February 10, 1938 in Cross Plains to the late E.H. and Velma Swann Osborne.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Don Trumphour.
She was a member of Milldale Presbyterian Church. Mary Ruth’s life was a testament to the power of education and the betterment of community. Her love for literature and learning led her to a career as educator and librarian, where she touched the lives of so many.
She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in English from Middle Tennessee State University and thereafter, a Master’s Degree in Education from Tennessee State University. Following the footsteps of her parents, E.H. and Velma Osborne, Mary Ruth’s professional career spanned over four decades, during which she served at East Robertson Schools in Cross Plains, Tennessee.
Mary Ruth’s dedication went far beyond the classroom as she was known for her unwavering support for her students, always going the extra mile to ensure they had the resources they needed to succeed. Her colleagues admired her as a mentor and close friend, cherishing her wisdom, laughter, and the passion she brought to her work. Her family and friends will remember her for her unmatched storytelling, sense of humor, and love of gardening.
In her passing, Mary Ruth’s life serves as an inspiration to us all. She is a reminder of the profound difference one person can make in the lives of others. Her contributions to education, her dedication to her students, and her commitment to the Robertson County community will be remembered for generations to come.
Surviving her are her son and daughter-in-law, Jim and Kris Fisher of Cross Plains; granddaughters, Ashton Fisher Kreps and husband, Robert of Nashville and Anna Fisher of Nashville; great-granddaughters, Iris Joan Kreps and Ivy Ruth Kreps; brother and sister-in-law, Will Ed and Lana Osborne of Cross Plains; nieces, Katie Osborne of White House and Sara Moseley of Cedar Hill; and nephews, Samuel Osborne of White House and William Osborne of Franklin, KY.
Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday, October 3, 2023 at 2:00 PM in the Oakhurst Chapel of Robertson County Funeral Home with Rev. Rick Robinson and Rev. Robert Earl Bell officiating. Burial will follow in Mt. Carmel Cemetery in Cross Plains with Daniel Chaney, David Chaney, Samuel Osborne, William Osborne, Robert Fulcher, Dewayne Fulcher, Jimmy Payne, and Timmy Payne serving as pallbearers. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Monday from 2 until 8 PM and Tuesday from 11 AM until the hour of service.
Mary Ruth will always be remembered as a loving mother, wife, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, great-aunt, sister, daughter, active church member, favorite teacher, and treasured friend.
The family request, if so desired, for memorial contributions to be made to either Milldale Presbyterian Church or St. Jude Children’s Hospital. All donations can be sent c/o Robertson County Funeral Home.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. https://www.robertsoncountyfuneralhome.com
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