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Betty Ward Obituary
passed away peacefully at her residence in Phoenix, AZ on April 11, 2011. Betty was born to Perna and Roy Wilson on June 1, 1939 in Jellico, TN. She had made her home in the Valley of the Sun for the last 54 years, retiring from Motorola Corporation after 18 years of employment. She was an amazing seamstress, cross stitcher, gardener, giving special attention to her beloved roses. Betty was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and sister. She was a loving mother to all of Jeff and Lisa's friends. She was a loving and giving woman to all who knew her. You will be missed and we love you. Betty is survived by her beloved husband of 51 years, Horace Ward; daughter Lisa Jacka (Kevin) and son Jeff Ward; grandchildren Kara and Amanda Jacka and Christopher and Jeffery Ward; great granddaughter Laurali and brothers William "Bozie" Wilson (Helen), Frank Wilson (Joann), John Wilson and sisters Linda Mehling and Gerri Ann Collins. She was predeceased by her mother and father and brother Tommy Wilson. Visitation will be Monday, April 18, 2011 beginning at 1:00pm with services commencing at 2:00pm at Phoenix Memorial Park and Mortuary, 200 W Beardsley Rd., Phoenix, AZ. Burial will follow at Phoenix Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the American Cancer Society or the Cancer charity of your choice.
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Memories and Condolences
for Betty Ward
Karla Rupp
April 21, 2011
Mr.Ward, Lisa & Jeff, I am so sorry to hear a out your Mom. I hope you all are able to find peace and comfort in the wonderful memories you have. Sending my love to you...xoxo.
James Reed
April 17, 2011
Horace,Lisa & Jeff, All of you are in my thoughts. Betty was a special Lady and has a special place in all of our hearts. She was a "Little" Lady but she made a "Large" impression on everyone she met. Betty was always thinking of others and I am another who will miss her phone calls, her laughter and her love.
Jamie (Freeman), Jason, Alex and Baby McKinney
April 16, 2011
Our Ward Family,
My little brother Jeff said it best...We will miss those sweet/funny phone calls and special Christmas orniments. Please find peace in knowing she is pain free and safe with our Lord.
Anni Herring (Phelps)
April 16, 2011
Jeff, Lisa, and Mr. Ward,
There are so many memories from the last 45 or so years (I can't believe it has been that long since you moved in next door to our family!) You are family to our family, and speaking for Mary, Russ, Michael, Lynn and myself, ---our hearts are aching for you right now. Your mom is like a second Mom to us and she will be dearly missed. We will treasure all the crazy years we were blessed to know her. Much love, Anni, Mary, Russ, Michael and Lynn
Kathy and Alan Daly
April 16, 2011
Dearest Ward Family,
We are so very sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom. Mrs. Ward was a wonderful lady who was always around and involved as we grew up through the crazy 70's and 80's.
She will be missed. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Much Love,
Kath, Alan and Joey Daly
Christine Hoelzen
April 16, 2011
I will miss you rest in peace.
Christine Hoelzen
April 16, 2011
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Jim Martin
April 16, 2011
Ward,
We will all miss Betty. She was a great woman that we will always remember. Joan and I still reminisce over the weekend we spent with you guys and our trip to the Hon-Dah casino. We all remember how she described our hosts! One of many great times we enjoyed with you guys. Although these days are tough you have a great family and friends to help you through it. Heaven just got another Angel!
Jeff, Megan, Parker, & Piper Freeman
April 15, 2011
To Unc, Lisa, & Jeff,
The world will miss her spunk and Christmas ornaments (she sends Parker one for the tree every year). She used to get so mad when Pop would put me (Jeff) on the phone with her to prank call her. HAHA!! We love and miss ya'll.
Tricia Ramirez Family
April 15, 2011
This message is on behalf of my grandmother (Erlinda Ramirez) who worked with Betty at Motorola. Today upon reading the notice, my grandmother's heart was heavy due to the loss. My grandmother told me the wonderful impact Betty made in her life. Your family will be in my grandmother's prayers. Betty will be missed and not forgotten. We are very sorry for your loss.
Ramirez Family
April 15, 2011
This is on behalf of my grandmother (Erlinda Ramirez) who worked with Betty at Motorola. Today upon reading the notice, my grandmother's heart was heavy due to the loss. She spoke to me about the impact Betty made in her life. I was able to hear wonderful remarks about Betty. Your family is in my grandmother's prayers. Please know that she will be greatly missed and not forgotten!
Cheryl Lozier
April 15, 2011
Mrs. Ward (MOM)(Grandma to my kids) was such an great woman. I will miss her so much. She used to get so mad at me when I would sit on the counter in the kitchen and open and close the cupboard door with my leg and also when I would play with the dial phone on the counter. She made the best breakfast. She will forever be in my heart. Love you!
James and Susan Freeman
April 15, 2011
To Unc, Lisa and Jeff,
Ya'll know she was our favorite. We'll never forget all the Vegas trips or her special nickname for James - you know the one I'm talking about!
I know that my Mom and Shay Baby welcomed her home.
Ya'll take care - we love you and we'll see you soon.
Pete Skehan
April 14, 2011
Betty made the people in the world around her smile. I remember her retirement party well. Betty would miss all her friends, but would enrich her surroundings with her beautiful Roses. May God bless her, and accept her into her new home in heaven. We will all miss her !!
Shirley Newberry
April 14, 2011
We will never forget her laughter! It was contagious. So happy to have known Betty and her great outlook on life.
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