Ritch Campbell Death, Obituary Accident – The chair of the Murfreesboro City School Board, Butch Campbell, is in mourning for the untimely death of his son, Ritch Campbell, a cherished teacher in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. In a social media message, Butch declared his death: “It is with great sorrow that I post the passing of our son, RITCH CAMPBELL, resulting from an accident.” Please remember his mother Janie, brother Chris, wife Guen, and daughter Alanna in your prayers.

Plans are on the way from Jennings and Ayers. Loved by both Janie Campbell and Butch Campbell, the late chair of the Murfreesboro City School Board, Ritch Campbell was not just a well-liked teacher in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, but also his parents’ son. He had a great deal of affection and regard for his family, particularly for his wife Guen and daughter Alanna. Chris described himself as a devoted sibling. He was an extraordinarily gifted educator. He could turn almost any lecture into a song.

He was a remarkable person who had a significant impact on many people’s lives. It was a pleasure to learn from Ritch. He was able to build a rapport with kindergarten students and motivate them to acquire material beyond their grade level by using songs and making learning enjoyable. Without a question, Mr. Ritch’s presence improved the quality of life for kids and their families. (Head) Mr. Campbell started off as a teacher in the city schools in Murfreesboro. He led Walter Hill Elementary in the Rutherford County School System for thirty-one years. In 2012, Mr. Campbell was honored into the TSSAA Hall of Fame. He has served as MTSU’s official basketball clock operator since 1977. He was chosen to serve on the board in 2008, and he is now finishing his third term.