On January 15, 2018. Age 57. Of Wenonah. Survived by daughters, KatieMae Dierker (Daniel) and Jaclyn M. DeRisi (David); grandchildren, Beau and Grace; father, William H. Ward, Jr.; siblings, Bill, Margie (Ken), and Betsy; cousin Carol Marol and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his mother, Margaret Ward (nee Hatty).
Joe was a graduate of GCHS ’78 and 25 year letter carrier in Clementon. He enjoyed fishing, boating, crabbing and an avid Eagles fan who loved attending games with his brother Bill.
Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing on Saturday, Jan. 20th from 9 to 11 AM at the McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME, 851 Monmouth St., Gloucester City. Funeral service 11 AM in the funeral home. Interment New St. Mary’s Cemetery, Bellmawr.
Condolences and Memories may be shared at www.mccannhealey.com under the obituary of Joseph R. Ward. Funeral Arrangements and Inquiries through: McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME, Gloucester City Ph: 856-456-1142
Deborah Heinsman
January 22, 2018
To the Ward family,
So sad to hear about Joe. Mike and I worked with Joe at the Clementon post office for many years. He was always a lot of fun and a nice person. Keeping you in our prayers.
Michael and Deborah Heinsman
Franklinville NJ
james meehan
January 22, 2018
So sorry to hear . Our thought and prayers are with your family Jim&Maureen Meehan
Sandy Moore
January 19, 2018
Betsy and family I am so sorry to hear about Joe. Lots of great high school memories. RIP Joe.
Melissa Morford-Fields
January 18, 2018
I remember Joey as a fun, loving guy when I was a kid every time I visited Nj, he will be missed and will now be in heaven looking over us along with all our family members watching over us RIP Joey
Kathleen Rudnicki Brown
January 18, 2018
Mr. Ward, Betsy, Margie, Bill. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. Joe will be remembered fondly ALWAYS. God Bless.
Kathy Kilpatrick Loder
January 18, 2018
Sending blessings of peace to all of Joe's family and friends.
I've known Joe since we were children attending St. Anne's through graduating from GCHS
Mrs. Cole
January 18, 2018
I like to remember Joe coming in the door, smiling, saying, " Hi, Mrs. C, what' s happening?" Looking like he didn't have a care in the world.
Jack Foulkes
January 18, 2018
Vaya con Dios my old friend, many Dead shows and Eagles games are among my fondest memories.
Bill Blake
January 18, 2018
Prayers are with you.
Pat Griggs
January 17, 2018
So sad and sorry for your loss. Heaven has gained an angel. Rest in peace Joe .
Steven (opie) Driehorst
January 17, 2018
To the Ward family,
I offer my sympathies during this most difficult time, Joe was like a brother to me and will be terribly missed by all of us! He's now in heaven smiling down on everyone who loved and cared for him ❤ Rest in peace Joe !!
Bea Hammell Gustafson
January 17, 2018
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. So sorry for your loss. I went to GCHS with Joe.
Mark and Janet Kern
January 17, 2018
God speed, Joe....may you find peace among the angels. Our deepest sympathies to the family.
Kathy (Murph) Force
January 17, 2018
Bill, Billy, Margie, Betsy and family. May God give you strength in this time of sorrow. You are in my prayers. I am so sorry for your loss. Love, Murph

Rest in Peace Amigo
James Plant
January 17, 2018
Im sorry for your loss,Went to school with Joe,he was always a good dude...
Rose Viana
January 17, 2018
Marge, so sorry to hear about your brother our deepest sympathies and prayers to you and your family. Love, Rose Viana
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