Teresa Faye Stephens Murray, 61, of Russell Springs, KY passed from this life on Friday, August 4, 2023 at her home. She was born August 25, 1961 in Richmond, KY, the only child of Arvester and Rosa “Rosie” Foster Stephens.
Teresa was one of the first employees hired to Russell County Hospital in July of 1981, where she would eventually become a licensed respiratory therapist. She was a member of the West 80 Church of God. Teresa could do just about anything she set her mind to, from sewing to digital technology. She loved traveling (especially to the beach), kayaking, and riding the Polaris. Teresa was always the strong one, always wanting to help and guide. Four years ago she established the “Hope for the Homeless” campaign in Russell County, a resource gatherer of shelter, clothing and food for those in need, as well as providing sobriety help to addicts.
Teresa married Charles Murray on February 11, 1989 at Lake Cumberland State Park.
SURVIVORS:
Her husband: Charles Murray of Russell Springs
Her mother: Rosie Stephens of Russell Springs
2 daughters: Brenna (Charlie) Mullennex of Louisville and Amy Murray of Russell Springs
5 grandchildren: Whitley Stephens, Shaylen Hatcher, Emma Anderson, Jeremiah Bottoms and “Little Charlie” (whose arrival is anticipated any day)
Special cousin: Tonia Aaron
In addition to her father, she was also preceded in death by twin grandsons: Austin and Brendan Hatcher.
Funeral Service: Wednesday, August 9, 2023 at 11:00amCT at Bernard Ridge Church of God with Bro. Scott Proctor and Bro. Carlie Riggs officiating
Interment: Bernard Ridge Cemetery
Visitation: Tuesday, August 8, 2023 from 5:00pm-8:00pmCT at Bernard Funeral Home and Wednesday, August 9, 2023 after 9:00amCT at Bernard Ridge Church of God
Arrangements have been entrusted to Bernard Funeral Home. An online guestbook is available at www.bernardfuneralhome.com.
