Frances J. Ward

Frances J. Ward Battle Creek Frances J. Ward, age 89, of Battle Creek, formerly of Lansing, MI, died Friday morning, February 20, 2009, at her residence. Frances was born on February 27, 1919 in Lansing, MI and was the daughter of Bert J. and Della May (Lichte) Street. They moved to this area in 1948. She was a graduate of Lansing Central High School and received her Bachelor of Science Degree from Michigan State University in Vocational Home Economics. Frances attended the First Congregational Church of Battle Creek and was a member of the Chapel Circle. She was a former member of the Battle Creek Country Club, the Town Hall Board, the AAUW and the Women's Republican Club. Frances worked as a volunteer for the American Cancer Society, the Art Center and other civic organizations. On June 24, 1948 in Lansing, MI, Frances was united in marriage to George H. Ward, who preceded her in death on October 10, 1992. Surviving are a cousin: Arlen and Phyllis Ward of McCormick, SC and a special friend: Joanne B. Johnson of Battle Creek. At the request of the family, the funeral service to celebrate Frances' life will be held on Tuesday, February 24th at 10:30 a.m. at the Farley-Estes & Dowdle Funeral Home, Battle Creek, with the Rev. Thomas J. Ott, pastor of the First Congregational Church of Battle Creek, officiating. Friends may call one hour prior to the service at the funeral home on Tuesday. The graveside service will be held on Tuesday at 2:30 p.m. at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Lansing, MI. Memorial contributions in Frances' honor may be made to the Lifespan Good Samaritan Hospice-Visiting Nurses or to the charity of ones choice. Personal messages for the family may be placed at www.farleyestesdowdle.com