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Bonnie Ward Obituary

PAWNEE - Bonnie Jean Ward, 69, a resident of Pawnee for most of her life, died at 4:20 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2007, at Memorial Medical Center.

She was born April 17, 1938, in Springfield, the daughter of Ray S. and Mary Ida Nunn Scroggins. She married Homer L. Ward on Dec. 24, 1952; he preceded her in death in 1985. Her parents, two brothers and a sister also preceded her in death.

Mrs. Ward was a homemaker. She loved her family and enjoyed baby-sitting.

Surviving are four daughters, Kathleen S. Ward of Pawnee, Anna Marie (husband, Keith) Fry of Panama City, Fla., Rebecca J. Ward of Springfield and Janna R. Denning of Pawnee; stepson, Larry D. Ward of Moberly, Mo.; 11 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; a brother, John Robert (wife, Emily) Scroggins of Georgia; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 10, 2007, at Staab Funeral Home. Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 11, 2007, at Staab Funeral Home, with the Rev. Jim Phillips officiating. Burial will be in Auburn Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to American Cancer Society.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The State Journal-Register on Aug. 9, 2007.

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Monica Lederbrand

August 13, 2007

Dear Jan and family: At this difficult time, may you find strength, peace and comfort in your loving memories.

Juanita Shupe

August 12, 2007

She was my best friend for 53 years. we lived together at times. We raised our children together at times. God Bless all who knew her. She is going to be really busy being guardian angels for all of uss who are left and loved her.

Marge Cody & family

August 11, 2007

Kathy, Marie, Becky, Jan: I want to express my deepest sympathy in the loss of your Mother. She was a wonderful person. I often think of the good times we use to have when we were all much younger. I know she will be sadly missed by all. Our love and payers to all of you.

Cathy Tremain (Selhime)

August 10, 2007

You will be missed by all. Now we know you are at peace . God bless you and all of your family.

Cathy Tremain (Selhime)

Phyllis White

August 10, 2007

You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Phyllis

Diane Meadows

August 10, 2007

Even though the years had separated us, Bonnie was like a second mom to me. I always knew I had a second home when I needed it. Like Rich just said, she was truly a happy person and always had a smile on her face. I have no excuse for letting the time pass without keeping in touch, but I hold my memories dear to my heart and they bring a smile to my face.

Sue Havrilka

August 10, 2007

Janna, Becky and family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Robert and Peggy Lyons

August 9, 2007

Ia'm so sorry for all the familys loss i and my wife new bonnie well she will be missed by my wife and me.

Ashley Schutt

August 9, 2007

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Debbie nemecek

August 9, 2007

We are so sorry for your loss. Bonnie was always fun to talk to. Such a wonderful mother. Our deepest sympathy goes out to all of the family.
Jim and Deb Nemecek

Laura Randolph

August 9, 2007

So sorry to learn of your loss. Bonnie was a good person. She loved her children very much. I always enjoyed talking to her.

Steve and Carla Prefountain

August 9, 2007

Janna, Becky and Zach - Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. If there is anything we can do for you, please don't hesitate to call.

kris scroggins

August 9, 2007

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Joe and Therese Cole

August 9, 2007

We are truly sorry for your loss. Bonnie was a very kind and sweet person. We are praying for peace for all of the family during this difficult time.

Barbara Prior

August 9, 2007

Josh,Jacob,Patrick and Mark- My prayers are with you and I extend my deepest sympathy to all of you and your family in this time of sorrow. I pray God will comfort all of you. Please be assured that she is in a better place with our Lord. Remember I am here for you to comfort you. Love Always,
Grandma Barb

SantaMarie Janssen

August 9, 2007

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Matt & Kathy Williams

August 9, 2007

We've known Bonnie all our lives and she was a very sweet lady always there for anyone who needed help. Our Prayers and thoughts are with the family at this time of sorrrow

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