Photo courtesy of Reiff Funeral Home - Cascade
Cascade, Iowa
Sep 18, 1924 – Nov 13, 2022
Patricia M. “Pat” Ward, 98, of Cascade, Iowa, passed away on Sunday, November 13, 2022, at Accura Healthcare in Cascade, Iowa.
Visitation for Pat will be held from 9 to 11 a.m., on Friday, November 11 , 2022, at St. Martin’s Catholic Church in Cascade, Iowa, where a Mass of Christian Burial for Pat will be held at 11:00 a.m., with Rev. Mark Osterhaus presiding. Burial will be held in Calvary Cemetery in Cascade, Iowa.
She was born September 18, 1924 in Casper, Wyoming, daughter of Robert R. and Helen A. (Finn) Scott. She received her education in the Blairsburg, Iowa area schools. She then attended Mercy School of Nursing in Dubuque, graduating in 1945. On June 26, 1947 she was united in marriage to Loren J. Ward at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Dubuque, Iowa. He preceded her in death on June 5, 1973.
She was employed as a Nurse at the former John McDonald Hospital in Monticello for many years. She enjoyed reading, playing bridge and traveling. She was a member of St. Matthias Parish in Cascade, Iowa.
She is survived by one son, Scott Ward of Cascade, Iowa; three grandchildren, Kayla Ward, Mary Pat Enoex and Michael Ward; five great grandchildren; and one brother, John Scott of Lawrence, KS; and one sister-in-law, Mildred Scott of Kimberly City, MO.
Pat was a very strong woman who suffered the death of her husband and four of her children, three sons, James Ward in 2013, John Ward in 2009 and Loren Ward in 2014; and one daughter, Kathleen M. Ward in 2004; her parents; a sister, Loretta Gotschall; and one brother, Richard Scott.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.reifffuneralhomeinc.com
The family would like to thank Accura Health, Sherry Kelchen and Hospice of Dubuque, especially, Buffy for the care and compassion they have given to Pat.
Read MoreOf my mom's friends, Pat was a standout! My condolences
Karla Manternach
November 25, 2022 | Sac City, IA
Scott I just wanted to tell you I worked with Pat when I was fresh out of nursing school at John McDonald Hospital. She was such a hoot to work with. She taught me to find humor in our profession. She always made me laugh. I wrote about her and Norma McDonnell in a writing class I took. ( I wish I would have saved it). Pat and Norma helped shape me into the nurse that I am. I loved those two. Our condolences.
Mick and Chris Gesie
November 23, 2022 | Solon, IA | Friend
Deepest Sympathy - great lady and enjoyed visiting with her at Shady.
Joanie Topping
November 18, 2022 | Monticello, IA
That was the most touching memory memorial I have ever watched. So many loved ones gone. Godspeed to you Pat on your journey home. Scott I will keep you in my thoughts and prays.
Jude Cigrand
November 17, 2022 | Windsor Heights, IA | Friend
So sorry for your loss. Prayers and thoughts sent your way. Hold onto your loving memories.
Michelle Hosch
November 15, 2022 | North Liberty, IA
We love you grandma!!
Mary Enoex
November 15, 2022 | Royal Oak, MI | Grandchild
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Pat was such a beautiful person. I use to babysit the kids. So sorry for your loss Scott.
Kathy Lehman(Moriarity)
November 15, 2022 | Worthington, IA | Neighbor
My sincere sympathy, Scott. Your mother was a great role model for strength, love and courage. May your memories bring you comfort.
LEE LEYTEM
November 15, 2022 | Cascade, IA
So sorry to learn of Mrs. Ward's passing. May she rest in peace. My sincerest condolences to Scott and her many friends and other family members.
Robert Neiers
November 15, 2022 | Hot Springs, SD | Acquaintance
