Robert B. Ward

Robert Ward Obituary

Robert B. Ward of Clinton, Townsend school retiree; 61 CLINTON Robert B. Ward, 61, of Clinton, formerly of Townsend, died Friday, October 24, 2008, in Clinton Hospital from injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident. He is survived by his beloved wife of nearly 40 years, Shirley A. (Lowd) Ward; two sons, Eric J. Ward and his wife, Kimberly of Ashby, Daniel E. Ward and his wife, Christa of Townsend; and a daughter, Melody S. Cotter and her husband, Christopher of Townsend. He leaves three sisters, Beverly Walsh of Orland Park, IL, Alta Westover of Belfast, ME, and Laurie Ward of Morrill, ME; seven grandchildren, Elizabeth and Ethan Ward, Brytney, Zachery, and Noah McDonald, Lukas Ward, and Ashley Cotter; along with several nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by a sister, Louise A. Ward of Gardner; and his stepfather, Ralph E. Knight of Northport, ME. Robert was born in Belfast, Maine to the late John E. and Grace (Thomas) Ward. He was a graduate of Belfast High School Class of 1966, and obtained a Bachelor of Religious Education degree from the Glen Cove Bible College in Maine. Upon relocating to Townsend, Bob began employment for the North Middlesex Regional School District. For nearly 25 years, he served as custodian to the Spalding Memorial School, retiring 12 years ago. He was a former member of the First Baptist Church of West Townsend, The Fitchburg Church of the Nazarene, and was currently an active member of the First Baptist Church in Clinton. Bob enjoyed playing cards with friends, bringing great joy and laughter to his family and all who had the pleasure to have known him. WARD A funeral service is to be held on Monday, November 3, 2008 at 10 A.M. in the First Baptist Church, 14 Walnut St., Clinton. Burial is to follow in Eastwood Cemetery in Lancaster. Calling hours are to be held on Sunday, November 2, 2008 from 2 until 5 P.M. in the Philbin-Comeau Funeral Home, 176 Water St., Clinton. Online condolences may be placed at www.philbincomeaufh.com

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Published by Sentinel & Enterprise on Oct. 31, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Ward

12 Entries

Carolyn Frank

November 14, 2008

Althought we didn't see you or shirely that often you will be missed dearly.Your kindness to all and the way you always made people smile will never be forgotten and hopely people will learn from you and will pass on all your wonderful traits. You will be missed. Carolyn- Jennifer- Shaun ( The Franks- Your nieces and nephew )

Joe Thomas

November 4, 2008

I was so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. I had come to know Bob through my many visits at our Thomas family reunions in Belfast, ME. Bob was my dad's cousin and I knew his mom, Great Aunt Grace, and sisters, especially Laurie, so very well as I've spent many days visiting with them in my visits to Maine to get to know the family. I know that he was a kind hearted man and definitely possed the Thomas family trait of "willing to give you the shirt off his back" if it was necessary. I know he will be missed by all the family and certainly is in a much better place with all the many family members who have now passed on. We will still keep his legacy alive as we do all the "Thomas" family members at our family reunions every two years! Love live the Thomas descendants from all over!

Pat Steers

November 3, 2008

Mel,
I was so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. It's not an easy time but keep the good memories in your heart.

Rita Sherwood

November 3, 2008

Robert's passing has left the world with a great void that never be filled. There was always a smile on his face and laughter in his heart that he was always willing to share. To his family I just want to say I share your loss. To shirley call on me anytime day or night. Your Sister In Christ,Rita Sherwood

Jerry Ward

November 2, 2008

My family and I were very sorry to hear of Roberts passing. He and I
were cousins and classmates in school. His father and my father
were brothers and we all spent a
lot of time together as family when we were growing up. I had the pleasure of visiting with him at family
reunions over the past few years and also with his sisters. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time. God Bless all of you.

Dan & Ann Moore

November 2, 2008

Dan and Ann Moore we will miss Bob so much and so sad of his passing, our prayers go out to his family..and his dear wife, Shirley.

Bob always had a smile on his face and we all had so much fun with him at the first Baptist Church it won't be the same without him...

Bless you Bob and may you rest in Peace. In Jesus Name, Amen.

Mike Walsh

November 2, 2008

Robert and Shirley came to Illinois this summer to visit and we had the best time.He is my uncle(Moms brother). My brothers Jeff and Tom and all of our families are deeply saddened by his passing. We were so fortunate to see him recently and enjoyed our final time together. To all of his immediate family and friends we extend our heartfelt sympathys.Our prayers are now with Shirley and the children.We will miss you Uncle Robert.

Wayne Ward

November 1, 2008

I am very sorry to hear of Roberts passing. I am a cousin of his. Although I joined the service and moved away, some of my best times as a child growing up in Belfast were of us playing together. He will be missed by many.

Melissa Williams

November 1, 2008

Mel, Ashley and everyone else who loved Mel's Dad....I am so sorry to hear of this. Keep your chin up and know he's looking down at you! He's making the angels laugh ;) He was a funny guy and e will be so missed.

Geneva Kern

November 1, 2008

So very sorry to hear of Robert's death. We have not been in touch over the years but have kept up to date on him and his family thru his sisters. I am a cousin of his and also an Aunt. My mother was his mother's sister and I married hid Dad's brother
(Wallace) so that is doubly related.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Geneva Kern and family

Mr. & Mrs. Peter Kiluk

November 1, 2008

Mr. & Mrs. Cotter and Family
Mel we are so sorry for your loss,no words can cure the pain, but know your in our thoughts and prayers.

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