Margaret Osborne duPont 1918 – 2012

Biography

Margaret Osborne duPont was born on March 4, 1918, in Joseph, beginning a life that would touch the world of competitive tennis. She grew up during a transformative era in American sports, when women’s athletics was gaining recognition and respect. Her dedication to the sport would define much of her personal journey and legacy.

Throughout her life, Margaret pursued tennis with passion and commitment, establishing herself as a notable figure in the sport. Her competitive spirit and athletic talent earned her a place among the tennis players of her generation, contributing to the growing prominence of women in athletics during the twentieth century.

Margaret lived a full life spanning nearly a century, ultimately passing away on October 24, 2012, in El Paso. She left behind a legacy rooted in her athletic pursuits and the doors she helped open for future generations of women in sports. Her final resting place is Restlawn Memorial Park in El Paso, where she is remembered by those who knew and admired her.