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Tony Ward Obituary
Tony Ward, age 53 of Sutter, passed away May 1, 2016. Tony was born Anthony Wade Ward on December 5, 1962 in Yuba City. He was a milkman.
Tony was a loving and proud father and husband. He loved nothing more than spending time with family and friends, cheering on the SF Giants and Minnesota Vikings and cruising on his Harley.
Tony is survived by his wife Tricia Ann Ward of Sutter; his mother Edna Ward of Yuba City; son Andy Ward of Menlo Park; daughters Kristen Ward of Sacramento and Kayla Ward of Yuba City; brothers Michael and Linda Ward, Kevin and Tami Ward and Richard and Terri Ward, all of Yuba City.
He was preceded in death by his father Lewis Henry Ward and a brother Glenn Ward.
Private services are reserved for family only. A Celebration of Life is open to all friends and family at the Senior Center, 777 Ainsley Ave., Yuba City at 1:00 pm on Saturday, May 7, 2016.
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Pablo Leal
May 13, 2016
Tony; My friend, teammate, workmate (Casa Carlos restaurant) We had so much fun our High School days I will never forget, I could be telling stories FOREVER. I'll miss you FRIEND. Kevin, Tami, and Ritchey I've met you though Tony, my deepest sympathy goes to you and Suzie and the whole WARD family. Tony was the coolest friend EVER. He had a serious reputation for his BIGGER THAN LIFE SMILE. GOD BLESS.
Nan Bellerive
May 11, 2016
Will never forget what you told me! Love you♡
May 7, 2016
A great man is one who leaves others at a loss after he is gone. That was Tony and his smile.
Kimberly Allison
May 6, 2016
Now your at peace Tony...gone but not forgotten!!!
Kimberly ALLISON
May 6, 2016
Tony Ward was so proud of who he was and being "Ward Strong & a South-paw fighter (left handed) lol...he always was trying to fix everybody's problems! I'll always remember him as one of the good ole boys from East Marysville.Godspeed Tony...gone but never forgotten my friend! I will miss you!!!
Kimberly Allison- longtime friend!
Vickie and Rick LaBonte'
May 6, 2016
To the entire Ward Family,
Rick and I offer our deepest condolences in the loss of Tony. He was 1 of a kind with a smile that was infectious. He lit up any space he was in and made everyone feel the warmth of his kind spirit. He had a beautiful family and all 3 of his children are so very talented, strong, and successful due in part by his love and commitment to them throughout their lives. We will keep all of you in our prayers in the next weeks, months, and years to come as it is never easy as there are always reminders, birthdays, anniversaries, Father's Day....etc., that flood us with emotions of the loss of such a significant person in our lives. We pray for all of you to find peace and strength and to know that Tony is at peace and will always be close to all of you in your hearts and spirit forever. Vickie and Rick LaBonte' : ) Of note: Our oldest son Shannon and Tony shared the same birthday - 12/5 but our son was 8 years older than Tony but had so many of the same attributes, personality, humor, love for his family, infectious smile, the works...Rick and I lost Shannon in 2008 also in a tragic accident 8 days after his 38th birthday leaving behind a spouse and 3 children. On 12/5/2016 he will be 46. It still hurts but the memorable moments after all these years are starting to outweigh the painful ones. Hang in there and know that God is with you all.
Gary Simpson
May 6, 2016
There will only be one Tony Ward in this world. His smile and laugh was loved by all how knew him. It was a HONOR to call him my friend. Prays and thoughts to his entire family.
Jeff Kuykendall
May 6, 2016
Tony had a kind heart, a gentle soul, a BIG smile, and he was a good, and proud milkman! I shared a lot of laughs (and complaints) with him, and his brothers on the loading dock at Crystal over the years! Tony...you will be missed!
mike sawaya
May 5, 2016
My heart was saddened today when I heard about Tony. Flashbacks of all the good times we had growing up together in E. Marysville. My prayers go out to the Ward family. May God comfort you in this time of need.
Mark and Patty James
May 5, 2016
We grew up in East Nicolaus CA Tony used to deliverer milk to East Nicolaus Market always stopped us to say hi was always smiling away he will be missed dearly Hadn't seen him in a awhile since Barkers closed but will always remember him.
Wayne Neault
May 5, 2016
Tony, You are going to missed by so many people. You personality and smile was so likable, everyone wanted to be and is your friend. Including me!! I will truly miss you.
Dane Thomas
May 5, 2016
My love and prayers go out to the Ward family in this tragic time, I always remember every time I saw Tony he always had that big smile on his face and was always laughing and was truly one of the happiest people I have known. I always looked forward to seeing him deliver products to my work at Arnies way back or at any Sutter High School sporting event to cheer on the team and his children. he is greatly missed.
Love, Dane Thomas and the Thomas family
DEAN MCKELVEY
May 5, 2016
OUR THOUGHTS ARE WITH THE WARD FAMILY
Kay Holcomb
May 5, 2016
My heart felt condolences to the family of Tony Ward. Tony greeted me with a smile every Thursday morning as he delivered milk to Sutter High School. After the business sold I would occasionally run into him still greeting me with that big smile. He always had the funniest stories to tell me. He was a proud father and son and believe me he made it known just how much he loved his children and his mother. Tony you will be missed by many.
Shirley Jimerson
May 5, 2016
I am so sorry to hear of your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with the whole family.
Reginald Purdy
May 5, 2016
Our condolences to the family ,I'll remember Tony competiveness when he played littleleague baseball on the Major Redsox rest in peace and to the family keep head up god will comfort you doing this difficult time .From the Purdy's
Sheilah Stassi Alves
May 5, 2016
My condolences to the entire Ward family.
Tony was live, vivacious and full of goodness. I never saw him without his signature smile. He will forever be remembered. RIP my friend.
David Vizcarra
May 4, 2016
Tony you were one happy and energetic happy go luckey guy whos life was cut short and ima miss the fact we never got to hang out more and become good friends god bless you and your family rest in peace Tony you will be missed and my condolences to your family may God give your family the strength in this time of need.
Kathy McWilliams
May 4, 2016
I knew Kevin and Rich very well, and met Tony on several occasions, Sorry to hear of your loss, What an amazing family, Tony is gone but never forgotten, I think all the Ward boys, have that infectious big smile, and friendly attitude Our hearts are with the family.
Kathy, Becky, and Jake McWilliams.
Karen Willis
May 4, 2016
Rest in peace Tony...
Karen Willis
May 4, 2016
My deepest sympathy for the Ward family. I met Tony when I went to work for the Wheatland School District Bear River Kitchen in 1996. He soon became more than just our "Milk Man" he became a friend. We shared a lot of life's ups and downs through out the years. I haven't seen Tony since I retired and the Wards sold their milk route but I thought of him often. I can tell all of you that Tony will forever be apart of my memories of WSD Food Service and the many, many times he saved my bacon by ordering my milk when I forgot to do so. He will be missed by many.
Lavon Lannoo
May 4, 2016
Tony was at my house quite a bit during his school years as he was my son Randy's friend. He was always very respectful, quiet and really a nice guy. Condolences to all the family.
Lavon (Treadway) Lannoo
Chris Felkins
May 4, 2016
Rest in peace my friend.
HELGA CHILDERS
May 4, 2016
My deepest sympathy to the Ward family.
I haven't seen Tony for many years but he left an everlasting imprint in my life.
Tony was our Milkman at the Alicia Market for man years in the late 80's and 90's. We saw Tony twice a week and I always enjoyed his visits. He loved to talk, always had a story and he always left me with a smile on my face.
Thank you Tony and may you R.I.P.
God Bless the Family
Martin and Jessica Dunn
May 4, 2016
Tony was an amazing guy and always a joy, with a great smile,I have known him since junior high and he never changed.He will be truly missed by all. My condolences to his family in their loss, thoughts and prayers for all. R.I.P. Tony
May 4, 2016
Such a sweet soul with a big heart and bright smile that lifted the spirits of those around him. Tony will be missed.
Jeannie Klever,
Sutter
Karin (Smith) Deveraux
May 4, 2016
My condolences to the Ward family. My heart was sad when I heard the news. My first memory is Tony's smile and laugh. I don't remember him ever without both.
Rest in peace Tony.
Karin
Debbie Woloszyn (Villalpando)
May 4, 2016
So sorry to hear about Tony. My prayers are with all the family.
Robert Upton
May 4, 2016
My prayers to the family of one of the nicest guy's I ever knew and it was a pleasure to know you may you Rest in peace until we meet again. My friend.
Manuel Hernandez
May 3, 2016
My condolence to the Ward family I've known tony from high school he was a really a nice guy May God comfort the ward family as you grieve a lost of a family member my prayers are with you all
Tara Sanwal
May 3, 2016
Rest in peace Tony! You will be truly missed! My thoughts and prayers go out to all family and friends.
kathy foster/dufore
May 3, 2016
My prayers to Tonys family. Its very heartbreaking to lose such a good person an someone ive known since kindergarten. May you rest in peace.
Andy Reese
May 3, 2016
My condolences to the family. Your smile will never be forgotten my friend. We will all meet again.
Teresa Navarro
May 3, 2016
He will be missed by many.
Teresa Navarro
May 3, 2016
My heartfelt condolences to Tonys family nd friends who know him. A very sweet nd caring person. God does take the best. Truely I do believe. I will never forget his smile most of all. May Heavenly Father receive him with a strong hug nd comfort everyone from any pain. Until we meet again Tony. R.I.P I say this in the name of Jesus Cristo. Amen
mark roberts
May 3, 2016
Tony
You will always be remembered in my heart you were great friend I will never forget the great times we had rest in peace brother
Ron Baidwan
May 3, 2016
May the Lord welcome you with open arms.
Brent Roberts
May 3, 2016
I'll miss you best friend I love you man
Terese Shelsta
May 3, 2016
Tony, my heart is broken. You will be missed by so many. What a great and giving heart you had. I miss you so much. Always loved and definitely never forgotten. I hope you have found peace. I will miss your laugh, your smile, and our talks. RIP my dear friend. Go Giants!! I love you forever. Prayers for all the family.
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