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Ruth Morain, 94, Remembered for Her Love of Family and Community in Pensacola

Ruth Morain, 94 passed away July 19, 2026She retired from the Escambia County School Board after 20 years and fully embraced her retirement. She deeply loved God and spending time with her family. Her legacy will live on through them.…

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Key points

  • Ruth Morain passed away at the age of 94 on July 19, 2026.
  • She dedicated 20 years to the Escambia County School Board before retiring.
  • A graveside service will be held on July 23, 2026, at Pensacola Memorial Gardens.

Ruth Morain, a longtime resident of Pensacola, passed away on July 19, 2026, at the age of 94. She dedicated two decades to the Escambia County School Board before embracing retirement, where she fully enjoyed her time with family and friends.

Ruth was a devout individual who cherished her faith and loved spending quality time with her loved ones. Her legacy continues through her children: Michael, Diane (and Wayne), Barne, and Daryn, as well as her grandchildren, Zena, Charissa (and Mike), Kevin (and Jaimie), Ashley (and Kelsey), and Chris (and Victoria). She also leaves behind nine great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren, along with numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to her family ties, Ruth was an avid traveler, always eager for the next adventure. She had a passion for reading, bowling, gardening, and caring for her many cats, all of which brought her joy.

A graveside service to honor her memory will take place at the Pensacola Memorial Gardens in the Chapel Mausoleum on Thursday, July 23, 2026, at 10:30 a.m.

This article was produced with the assistance of AI and reviewed by our editorial team.

Based on reporting originally published by Pensacola Memorial Gardens & Funeral Home. Read the original story.

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Randy Breland is the Managing Editor of NewsWK Pensacola, covering local government, public safety, and Gulf Coast community news. A retired U.S. military veteran and Pensacola resident, Randy brings a commitment to accuracy and accountability journalism to Escambia County and the surrounding region. He has called the Gulf Coast home for several years and covers breaking news, civic affairs, and community events across Northwest Florida. https://www.linkedin.com/in/randybreland/ To contact Randy you can email him at News@pensacola.newswk.com