Joseph "Joe" R. Ward

He served his country in the U.S. Army aboard the USS St. Louis and in Vietnam. Joe loved his job at Red Spot Paint where he worked for 41 years. It allowed him the opportunity to become well-traveled, sending him to Canada and Mexico. Joe was a beloved husband, father, Pa Paw and friend. He never met a stranger and was known to give candy to people to make them happy. At family functions, he was always the man behind the camera. In his free time he enjoyed electric cars, racing, and spending time with his family.

Joe was preceded in death by his wife, Hilda E. Ward; his parents; sister, Jean; and his beloved dog, Maghee.

He is survived by sons, Brandon C. Ward (Kerri R. Durbin), Samuel M. Ward (Jillian Piatt Ward); grandchildren, Seth Miller, Brandi Ward, Kaison Ward; sisters, Gerri, Dixie, Linda; and brother, Les.

Funeral Services will be held 1:00 PM, Monday, December 19, 2016, at Alexander Newburgh Chapel officiated by Rev. Dr. Jeff Clark with burial in Rose Hill Cemetery. Friends may visit 3-7 PM on Sunday and 11:00 AM until service time on Monday at the funeral home.