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Ruth Jean "Scaife" Scoville

Ruth Jean "Scaife" Scoville obituary, Panama City Beach, FL

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Ruth Scoville Obituary

Ruth J. Scoville, of Prospect, formerly of Panama City Beach, Florida, passed away peacefully on July 23, 2025 at the age of 82 after a brief illness. Left to cherish her memories are her sons Charles (Shirley) Tooth of Prospect, Arthur (Tina) Tooth of Naugatuck, several grandchildren, and her great grandchildren. Ruth was predeceased by her husband, Rick Scoville, her son, David W. Tooth, and her grandson Matthew R. Tooth. Prospect Memorial/The Palmerie Family Funeral Home is honored to care for Ruth's arrangements and family during this difficult time. Please leave your condolences, memories, and words of comfort for Ruth's family on her Tribute Wall on this website. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Ruth Jean (Scaife) Scoville, please visit our floral store.

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Published by WFSB on Jul. 24, 2025.

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Mark Lucas

July 28, 2025

Thank you for all the memories spent and shared with my mom and our family. She will miss you dearly. You will be missed. Rest easy please watch over us.

Marie Dicapua Poirier

July 28, 2025

Rest in the Lords Arms Jean

Ruth Anne Scaife

July 27, 2025

Karen (Bashford) Hatch

July 27, 2025

So sorry for your loss. Jean was a loving and caring Cousin. Gonna miss our conversations over the phone. May she Rest in Pease, and know I will miss her... Hugs and Kisses to you all... <3 <3 <3

Ruth Anne Scaife

July 27, 2025

Ruth Anne Scaife

July 27, 2025

Lots of wonderful memories quassy, cityhall pools every summer, carnivals every yr in the back yard, and more. And then my wedding cake so special.
You are all back together now, rest well.

John G Scaife Jr. JACK

July 25, 2025

Great Memories sleep overs. Going on trips to Vermont she was an amazing cook picnics with family. Will always cherish those times. Love you Aunt Jean. You will be missed.
Jackie.

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