I was very sorry to hear about Larry.  He was a very nice man. I enjoyed all the times we golfed and hung out. He'll be missed deeply.  Rest in peace my friend.

I am sad to hear of Larry's passing.  I worked with Larry for 3 years and he was a wonderful colleague and friend.  My thoughts are with his family.

Jon and Rachael, your father will be missed, he was a great guy, always supportive of all the Magic boys, quick with a joke, enjoyed many a tournament with your family...Our heart felt condolences to both of you, we will keep all of you in our prayers,
Mary Fran, Rick, and Bob Novak

 Rachael & Johnathon,
Our memories of your father are not so much the events that took place but rather how he always made us feel welcomed. He was a kind and considerate man. We hope you can take comfort in knowing how much he loved you and how very proud he was of you both.
With Heartfelt Sympathy,
Mike, Kathy and Tim Zimmer

Sheila,
I'm so sorry for your loss. I never met Larry but know he must have been an amazing guy. You only hang out with the best. My thoughts and prayers are with you, my friend.

Jonathon and family we are so sorry for your loss. We have many fond memories of your father from the years with the Chicago Magic, he was a devoted father who cared deeply for his family.Our prayers go out to you and your extended family

Shelia, Johnathan & Rachael,
I am so sorry for the loss of Larry.  I truly appreciated his love, honesty, support and friendship.  His cooking wasn't bad either! I will miss him dearly! My thoughts are prayers are with you.

Sheila, I am very sorry for your loss.  I only knew him for a few short years but in that time felt a close relationship building - which is a testament to his warmth as a human being.  He will be missed and my prayers go out to you.  God Bless.

We will all miss Larry- he always brought warmth and humor to the group. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones.

Johnathan and Rachel, 
We have so many wonderful memories of "Uncle Larry" and all the fun times we had on and off the soccer fields. He had a generous and kind spirit. You two were his pride and joy and we know his spirit will live on through you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. He will be greatly missed.
The Menendez Family

My Deepest Heartfelt Sympathy to the entire Larry J. Ward Family. You have my thoughts and prayers.  May the memories of Larry's Love surround you        May your Faith sustain you  - Day by Day

Robert R. Van Slyke - MFC - Chicago

My Deepest Heartfelt Sympathy to the entire Family of Larry J. Ward. You have my thoughts and prayers. May the memories of Larry's Love surround you
May your Faith sustain you -    

Robert R. Van Slyke  MFC-Chicago

Sheila, John and Rachel,
We are so saddened by the sudden loss of Larry. He was such an incredibly welcoming guy whose smile was infectious. And to have been able to have known him was a blessing and to have him cook for you - what a treat. You are all in our prayers.

Larry was the first person to greet me and my son when Robbie first joined the Chicago Magic team.  He was so generous both with his help since we had to travel so far and his support of both Robbie and the team.  I remember with fondness his larger-than-life personality that created infectious joy for everyone he came into contact with.  I wish the great peace that comes significant memories and the healing power of time to John and Rachel.
With sympathy,

One of the best things is that I came to know Larry. The better thing is that I know he loved his kids. I know he had the heart of a lion and I know John and Rachel inherited that from him. 

Peace and love.

My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Ward family at this sudden loss. Larry was the consummate professional and provided exceptional service to my business for nearly 20 years, but just as important he made you feel like you were his best friend.  He touched many lives and will be greatly missed by all of us at the Clyde's Donuts family.

I am very sad to hear the news of Larry's passing. My condolences to his family. Larry was great a man and always there for anyone. My prayers are with the family.

Jonathon and Rachel, your father had it all wit, brains and a great family.  I considered him a mentor and friend. He will be greatly missed.  My prayers are with you.

Jonathon & Rachel, I'm very sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time.

My heart goes out to all family and friends.  Larry will be missed greatly.  I enjoyed working with Larry each and every day.

I am shocked and saddened by the loss of a great friend and colleague.  I have heard it said that the greatest use of life is to spend it for something that will outlast it.  No truer words could describe what I observed from Larry's life... kindness to all; a caring nature; honesty and dedication to his profession are but a few of the qualities that characterized his life.  Larry's smile, laugh  and wit are but a small part of his legacy.  My thoughts and prayers are with all those who love you.  I miss you already, my friend.

Rachel and Jon
My wife and I wish you strength through these tough times.
Your dad was a great friend to so many people.  Thinking about him brings back so many memories and stories from so many years ago... I can't help but smile and think how lucky we were to have met him and had him as a part of our lives.
Tom & Cindy Wozniak

Dear Ward Family, I am so sorry for your loss, Larry was a great friend and colleague.  My condolences to you.  He will truly be missed.

Larry was a great man and will be deeply missed.  He was always so kind to those he worked with, and was always willing to help others out.   My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.  He will be deeply missed.

Dear Rachel and Jon, 
You guys know I thought the world of your Dad- You will be in my
Prayers. 

Brad McCrorey (Platinum in Rosemont)

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Larry.  My prayers are with his family at this time of great sadness.

I am so sorry to hear this news.  My thoughts will be with you, his family and friends.  Larry was a great guy and I enjoyed working with him.  I will miss him every day.

Dear Ward Family,

I am very sorry for your loss.  May your memories bring you some comfort in the days ahead.

With My Deepest Sympathy,

Cheryl Mahoney
John Hancock - Boston

My heartfelt condolences go out to Larry's entire family. He has helped so many families in during his career with JHFN. I am proud to have known him. 
Brian Heapps
President JHFN

I am deeply sadden and sorry to hear of Larry's passing.  My deepest condolences go out to his family.  May the Lord give them strength and comfort in their time of great loss.

Larry was such a pleasure to work with and we will all miss him deeply.  He was always bringing smiles to the faces of those around him.  My prayers are with his family during this very difficult time.

I am very sad at the loss of a wonderful friend.  For everyone that knew Larry they will remember a very happy man that cared deeply for his family and friends.  He will be greatly missed.  Kim Stine, co-worker with Michigan Financial Companies, (Southfield, MI)

I remember having so much fun going to the mountains in NM, Ruidoso and Albuquerque, with Aunt Mary and Uncle Larry and seeing Larry John.  Later, I went with my parents, Steve and Jenny, to Chicago one 4th of July to see Larry John and family. I'm thinking of you, Rachel and Jonathan, and how proud your dad always was of each of you.

I am deeply sorry that Larry John has departed from this world.He was a good father to his children and a good son to his mother. I am really sorry that he and Shiela did not get to enjoy the life they had planned together. I will always be thinking of him and how he left this world too early. Rest in peace Larry John.

Vic Hatchett

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Larry John Ward

5 April, 1954 – 3 August, 2013

Cook-Walden/Forest Oaks Funeral Home & Memorial Park

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