Ward Allen Kriegbaum

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

What a beautiful memorial service today to honor Ward. He exhibited many laudable character traits, including kindness, generosity, diligence, curiosity, and encouragement, to name a few. As a new faculty member at Wheaton College back in the early 90s, I was on the receiving end of countless demonstrations of his administrative support. In his work interactions, Ward brought fairness, and an abiding confidence ("with trust/faith"), often seasoned with a joyful sense of humor. As a result,...

I remember Ward as a very special classmate and friend. He was always so kind to everyone. My prayers go out to all his family. I know that he will be missed by so many. God Bless

When I arrived at Wheaton College, it was Ward Kriegbaum who invited me to have lunch with him on a regular basis. I missed his easygoing conversations upon his retirement. What a blessing he brought to every encounter!

Dear Kristen, Courtney and Kent, Stephanie and Dan, and Matt and Evie, We send our love and prayers to each of you. Your husband, your father, was an extraordinary man with an expansive heart. What we observed of Ward was that he was “all in” for each of you, and he had that depth of character and love for God that enabled him to be “all in” to those around him, whether they worked at Wheaton or lived on your street. Glenn considered his years at Wheaton to be the highlight of his career,...

Ward will be remembered as a special classmate of the Warsaw High School's class of 1960. He loved the Lord and was caring, humble and a person of great character. Loving prayers and sympathy to his family.

Yes, indeed, Ward was one of the most visible--if quiet--supporters and personal fan of Wheaton's athletic program. Always at the games and encouraging the student-athletes. As chair for 26 years of the Hall of Honor Selection Committee, I could count on Ward's behind-the-scenes counsel on any question about eligible nominees. In my 71 years on the campus scene I know of no one who was more universally cheerful, friendly and helpful to all. Wheaton needs more Ward Kriegbaums.

I send my sympathy to Kristen and all the family and recall Ward's deep love and concern for people in his administrative work. He was a sincere follower of the Lord, evident in his life and in the devotions he led for staff in the academic office at Wheaton C. every Monday morning at 8 a.m. Ward's love for his family showed in the way his face lit up when he spoke of them or when one of them stopped by the office.
Patricia Ward, Nashville, TN., Dean of Arts and Sciences, Wheaton...