Mitchell Donald Ward

I could never hit a ball over his head!

My brother, Rich, and I knew Mitch from working with him at Joseph’s Pizza. We also grew up on the 200 block of Jefferson Avenue and Mitch grew up on the 100 block in Cheltenham. His father also worked at Joseph’s and we also knew Don from his prior operation of “Harry & Don’s”, a supermarket, in Cheltenham Village. The Joseph’s crew also played softball together on Sundays at a local field. Mitch was like Shane Victorino in Center Field. No one could hit anything by him or over his head -...

My condolences to the family. I’m still sharing jokes with people that Mitch and I would laugh till we cried back when we went to high school. I always looked up to Mitch growing up and I have memories of being Mitch‘s catcher and even as far back as little league I can remember my fingers swelling up he threw a fastball so hard! God bless

My quirky uncle, I think we understood each other, at least, for the most part. Every time I saw you, you had a new joke for me, which, I may not have always understood. You inspired me to be a life long learner through your love of, archaeology, the history channel, reading, and online classes.
Your beautiful veggie garden influenced me to start my own and may get as big as yours someday. I often think of you when I open canned veggies, work in my garden, or paint a room and wonder...

Helen, Jess and Chris,
So sorry for your loss, thinking of you all.

Dear Helen, I am so very sorry to hear of Mitch's passing. I'm praying that you will be comforted by the many memories you made together. God bless you and your family.

Helen, I’m so very sorry to hear this sad news. I will keep you and your family in our prayers. Mike and Cathy Horn

Mitch was such a smart guy, an amazing athlete, had a great sense of humor, and was a good friend.