Ms. Mary Ruth Kolbe's Obituary
Mary “Ruth” Kolbe, 89, of Nashville, Tennessee, passed away Monday, July 24, 2023, in Nashville, Tennessee. Born September 7, 1933, in Eagleville, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Mary and Floyd Ralston.
In addition to her parents, Ruth was preceded in death by her husband William “Bill” Kolbe and her sister Hattie Whre Ralston.
Ruth is survived by her cousins Kenneth (Susan) Graves and Helen Lannom; brothers-in-law John (Ann) Kolbe, Robert (Charlotte) Kolbe, and Gerald Kolbe; along with multiple nieces and nephews.
Ruth was known for being a loving and caring Christian woman. She and Bill were long-time active members of Madison First Baptist Church. She was always devoted to her church, her family, and especially her husband.
Visitation will take place on Monday, July 31, from 10 am until 12 pm. A chapel service will follow at 12 pm in the Spring Hill Funeral Home Chapel.
Arrangements entrusted to Spring Hill Funeral Home & Cemetery, 5110 Gallatin Road, Nashville, TN 37216. “Where Nashville Comes to Remember.”
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