Leroy Lloyd Ward passed away on February 23, 2014 in Mesa, Arizona. He was born on January in Blanco, Oklahoma. He graduated from Mesa High School and got a football scholarship to Northern Arizona University. He attended for one yar, then dropped out to join the Air Force. He spent most of his time in France (Paris). When he got out of the service, he returned to Mesa. He went to work for Goettle, where he worked for years. He is survived by his sister, Nellie Piland, several nieces and nephews, and many friends who will miss him. Graveside services 9:30 AM, Saturday, March 8, 2014 at Green Acres Memorial Gardens, 401 North Hayden Road, Scottsdale, Arizona 85257, with interment to follow. www.greenacresmortuary.net