Barbara J. Ward was born on June 11, 1952 and passed away on October 29, 2011 age 59. She is survived by her husband, of 13 years, George Ward Jr.; her son Daniel Erxleben; several step children and step grandchildren; her brother, John “Ed” Willett. Barb was retired from the Army Corp of Engineers after over 25 years of service. According to her wishes cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at the Ever Rest Funeral Home and Chapel on Sunday, November 6, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be directed to the American Diabetes Association.