Ruth Leboard

Ruth Leboard, born November 25, 1957, in the heart of Chicago, Illinois, passed away on August 17, 2026, in Orlando, Florida. Her journey, spanning nearly seven decades, was a testament to quiet strength, the richness of unspoken kindness, and the enduring power of memory.

Chicago witnessed Ruth’s earliest steps—the city’s rhythm somehow became part of her soul, shaping her curious outlook and her enduring drive. Through childhood winters and summers spent under those wide Midwestern skies, she gathered experiences and stories that would shape a lifetime. Ruth’s move to Orlando in her later years marked another chapter of her remarkable path, where she discovered new light and warmth both in the world around her and in the hearts she touched.

Although no specific details about family or career are recorded here, Ruth’s life resonates in the impressions she left behind, in friendships formed and the ripple of her gentle actions carried onward by all who met her. She was a quiet cornerstone, offering compassion freely, more often heard in laughter and understanding than many words could ever convey.

Ruth Leboard’s time with us reminds us of the profound beauty that exists in daily living—the simple joys, the comforting routines, and the moments of shared understanding that can change a life. Though she now rests, her memory endures: a soft echo in every loving gesture inspired by her example, a shining presence in all the places she called home.

Ruth Leboard was born to Antonio & Francisca Ortiz on November 25 1957She grew up in the Humboldt park section of Chicago She is the oldest of 6 siblingsIn 1975 She Graduated from Roberto Clemente High School After High school she Attended Northwestern University for Nursing Ruthie was an avid music listener she liked El Gran Combo , Barry white , and dancing Merengue In her later years she moved to Orlando and was employed to Florida Hospital for many years until she had to leave for medical reasons. In 2011 she met the Love of her life David Leboard, and they got married not to long after. In February 2018 She Publicly Dedicated Herself as One of Jehovah's Witnesses and she was Zealous in Ministry in preaching Door to Door and would go out Ministry often. Her smile was captivating and she loved her spiritual family so much. Since 2021 Ruthie battled with Alzheimer's but it didn’t stop her love of getting a tan at the beach and going with her husband Fishing. She Loved Going on Cruises and traveling. Getting her nails and hair done was on a regular basis which she loved. Ruthie Leaves Behind her Husband David Leboard, her one Son Felipe Jr (Deceased) Her Stepchildren David, Damion, Ciera and Pierre, Her Siblings Naomi (Husband Jorge Prez) Antonio Jr (Deceased) Orpha Loida, Frankie (Wife Shelia) A host of other Nephews and Nieces.