John F. Ward

1927 - 2015

John F. Ward obituary, 1927-2015

BORN

1927

DIED

2015

FUNERAL HOME

Merrill Grinnell Funeral Homes

39 Geddes St

Holley, New York

John Ward Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 8, 2015.

John F. Ward left his earthly life of 87 years to go home with our Lord in heaven on Thursday, May 7, 2015 after a long battle with cancer to wait for his loving wife, Vivian of 60 years to join him in the future.

His daughter Bonnie (Tim) Kreutter of Geneseo, son Bernard Ward of Holley, grandchildren, Stephanie (Gary) Pritchard of Kenmore, Alex (Tayler) Kreutter of W. Henrietta, and Amber Callen- Ward of Holley, were very dear and precious to him.

John was predeceased by his parents, Huron and Caroline Ward, brothers, Clifford, Elmer and Wade "Bud" Ward, sisters, Viola DeLaura, Nancy Karpenko Saxton and Ona Mignano.

He is survived by his sister, Beulah Ward and sister-in-law Dorothy Ward. Holley has been John's home all his life and special thanks go to his neighbors, the Dabney's and the Ryan's for their support and help throughout his illness, as well as your Dr. Hussain and his nurse, Mary Jo Mele.

John was happiest when he could be outdoors in the warmth and sunshine whether it was gardening, caring for the lawn and flowerbeds or just "puttering" in the barn. His creativity was put to good use in caring for his family, his home and the land around it. When not busy at home, out came the golf clubs to enjoy. Golf was his favorite past time. For 23 years, he and his wife spent their winters in Florida where they owned a home in Outdoor Resorts of Orlando; where golfing was his "joy" along with playing cards with his Florida friends.

John had served in United States Army and was a current member of the American Legion, Disciples United Methodist Church and in the Seniors Golf League at Hickory Ridge.

Calling hours will be on Tuesday, May 12, 2015 from 4:30 PM to 7 PM at the Disciples United Methodist Church on Holley- Byron Rd. (Rt. 237) in Clarendon, NY, where a funeral service will be held at 7:00 PM with the Pastor, Rev. Jack Laskowski officiating. Burial will be held at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in John's name to: Hospice of Orleans County, P.O. Box# 489, Albion, NY 14411.
Or to: the Disciples United Methodist Church Memorial Fund.

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May 12, 2015

Dear Mrs. Ward and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
Don & Marlene

May 11, 2015

Bob Wiederhold

Bernie,
I'm sorry to hear of your loss.

May 9, 2015

Diane Rietman

I have fond memories of John from my childhood when he worked with my dad at A&P and their regular golfing trips to Oak Orchard Country Club. He was a good friend to my dad and when he could no longer golf, he still stopped by to visit my dad.

Bonnie, Bernie and Vivian and all your family my prayers are with you. May God bring you comfort during this difficult time, but also remember that he is without pain anymore and in the loving hands of God. I bet he has a golf game planned with my dad and Charlie.

May 9, 2015

Vivian, Bonnie, Bernie and families: so sorry for you loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. John was a wonderful and kind man. David and Brenda Dill

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