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Catherine Elizabeth Ward

Catherine Ward Obituary

Catherine Elizabeth Ward Catherine Elizabeth Ward passed away Sunday April 25, 2010 at the age of 84. She was preceded in death by her husband, Willard; and 2 brothers, Robert and Richard Valentine. Surviving are her son Jerry and his partner Tom Cook; her daughter, Elizabeth (Liz); 2 grandchildren, Jason and Jessica; 2 great-grandchildren, Alexzander and Jordyn; and 2 sisters, Frances and Margret (Peggy). Catherine loved life and people, and people loved her. She really loved Bingo and Bingo bucks! A special Thank You to the Pines Health Care Center. The staff was a above and beyond! We would especially like to thank Tammy, Karen, and Kelly your love and friendship will never be forgotten. Catherine loved you! Come join us in a Celebration of Catherine's Life on Sat. May 8 at 11:30 am. It will be at 2015 Forest Rd in the garden. Service held by Rev. Dawn Hambly. We would also invite you to share your love for Catherine.

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Published by Lansing State Journal on Apr. 27, 2010.

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Laura Olson

May 7, 2010

Jerry, My dear friend, Dave and I wanted to send you our love and I will pray for your family - we love you and are thinking of you now!

Carol Christofferson

April 30, 2010

Jerry and Liz,
I know that our moms having passed 1 day apart shared a special bond. I have great memories growing up down the street from each other. We were always doing something fun. I hope they will be having many more great times together.

Carol Christofferson

April 28, 2010

Peace and love to you and your family, Jerry!!!! Thoughts and prayers being sent!
Ellen Graham (Lansing, MI)

Pam Rosendale

April 28, 2010

Liz and Jerry -

I am writing on behalf of my Dad, Lyle Ward, who was your Dad's brother, and is now living in Arizona. We heard about your Mom and wanted to let you know how sorry we are for your loss. I remember spending time with your parents and especially when they attended the 50th Wedding Anniversary of my parents. It was a great time to have all of the Ward kids and their spouses together. Your Mom has a special place in my heart. Our prayers are with both of you.

Lyle Ward
Jim and Bonnie Brooks and family
George and Pam Rosendale and family

Sonia Kirkham

April 27, 2010

catherine you've been grandma to me for the last 15yrs, i remember when me and jessica would come visit you, you were always happy to see us and wondered what was new with us and when we were having a problem or need a laugh you would make us smile or try to cheer us up and if we just needed to get away from everything we knew we could always come to your house i will never forget all the times and memories we shared, you will be greatly missed and you will live on in all of us forever, you dont have to feel pain anymore go have plenty of fun up there we will see you agian, love you and goodbye grandma.

Gary Hicks

April 27, 2010

My condolences on your loss, Jerry. I know how difficult it is when you lose a parent.

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