In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, the late Helen (Ehalt) Ward. He is also preceded in death by a grandson, Daniel Ward, as well as numerous brothers and sisters.
He is survived by two sons; James (Julie) Ward and Daniel (Tammy) Ward, and two daughters; Deborah Supe and Barbara McPhilomy, seven grandchildren, and several great grandchildren. He is also survived by one sister, Naomi 'Toots' Price, as well as many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, including a very special nephew; 'Raymond' Paul Ward.
Friends will received on Monday, February 7, 2022 from 6-8pm, and a Blessing Service will be held on Tuesday, February 8, 2022 at 11am at the SAUL-GABAUER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 273 Route 68, Rochester (adjacent to the Sylvania Hills Memorial Park Mausoleum).