Earl Ward Obituary

Earl "E.T." Ward, age 73, of Warr Acres, passed away March 16, 2011. He was born July 30, 1937. Earl was an avid motorcycle fan. He enjoyed hanging out at the Donut Shop. Earl retired from Hefner Water Treatment Plant after 35 years. He proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps. Earl is survived by the brothers and sisters of the Gaston Family, along with a host of loving friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, T.O & Ruby Ward; and his wife, Diana Lynn Ward. A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 P.M., Saturday, March 26, 2011, at the American Legion in Warr Acres, located at 6101 NW 50th St. Arrangements provided by the John M. Ireland Funeral Home & Chapel, Moore.

Published by Oklahoman on Mar. 21, 2011.
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I´ll never forget you Earl, Lynne and Pat! See you someday in Heaven!

Karen

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March 15, 2023

Earl and Lynn Ward will always be remembered by me as very good friends to a lot of people. True friends that had a listening ear, a smile, and a joke to make you laugh. They both enjoyed one another and their life together as a couple. I hope Lynn is riding with Earl on his bike enjoying life in Heaven.

Karen Falcon

March 15, 2012

We've know Earl for over 30 years. I must say Earl was one of the most unique people we've ever know. He & Lynn loved our kids as if they were their own. They were always there for us any time. Earl loved life & life loved Earl. He spent many hours at our house for meals & fellowship. I will never forget the time in the middle of an ice storm he was helping one of the neighbors get up to our house. There was Earl in shorts & his boots sliding all over our driveway. Dinner was late that nite because it took him & Jo so long to get up our icy hill. Our 48th street gang is dwindling, but we have fond memories of all of our friends. Will miss you Earl!! I know you will still be having fun.

Pat & Mike Sonaggera

March 22, 2011

We did not know Earl that long.
He was a gentle giant ready for a laugh.
So long, Earl...

Larry and Robin

March 22, 2011

Remembering two great people....Lynn and Earl Ward.

Karen Falcon

March 22, 2011

I'll always remember his big ol' hockey helmet that he wore while riding his scooter. Had some good conversations with him over a cup of coffee.

Shawn S.

March 21, 2011

I knew Earl through the coffe shop where we all gathered to visit and enjoy a new knife or two. George, Ken, Lonnie, Stew ,and Jeff were just a few that always seemed there. Enjoyed the stories that Ken and Earl always told. RIP

Mike Miller

March 21, 2011

I met Earl in 1960, when he was working at a barber shop. We started riding motorcycles togather in 1969, and have been friends all these years. One of my favorite memories of Earl is from a ride through Arkansas. We were on our way back to Lake Tenkiller, to camp for the night, and got caught in a downpour. When we stopped under a bridge to rest a moment, Earl climbed up the concrete embankment , and sat down to get the water out of his boots. When I looked over at him, he had both legs up in the air, and water was pouring out of his riding boots. I will carry that, and many, many good memories with me , till we meet again.

Kenneth Seal

March 21, 2011

I had only known Earl for a short time but I knew him as a very dear man...kind-hearted, loving and I know he's in heaven now with Lynn. May you rest in peace, Earl.

Gale Bower

March 21, 2011

I lived next door to Earl and Lynn in WarrAcres back in the 80's. He was such a good guy and was always concerned about your welfare. He enjoyed my two kids Matt and Emily, even chasing Matt with a weedeater at times! Lol. He loved all the kids on 48th Street for that matter. He will be missed. I bet Lynn welcomed him with open arms.

Karen Falcon

March 21, 2011

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