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Grace Ward Obituary
She was born on July 10, 2003, in Greensboro, N.C., to Gregg L. Ward and Sherry N. Alger Ward, (her mom and best friend). Grace's life was a testament to love, care, and selflessness.
Grace graduated in 2021 from Portville Central High School with honors in Portville, N.Y., and attended West Virginia University. Grace and her mom's heartwarming and loving bond will last forever and her mom will eternally miss her. She was a makeup artist, liked music, and was a pretty good little plant keeper. She was a fashionista and a good friend.
Grace is survived by her loving parents; her siblings, Mia, Eva, and Hayden; and a special relationship with her grandmother, Dory Alger, and also her grandparents, John Ward, and Wilma Ward. Her memory will also be treasured by her numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and a close-knit circle of friends who were all deeply enriched by her innate goodness.
She was preceded in death by her grandfather, Gary Alger and her stepdad Rick McClain, who lovingly guided her through life and was a constant presence to support her.
Grace's selfless nature and heartwarming presence often led her to place the needs of others before her own, a defining quality that made her beloved in her family and her community. Her absence will leave an immense void, but her spirit will live on in the countless lives she touched. Grace's journey was one of pure love, and it is with that love that we celebrate and honor her remarkable legacy.
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McCulla Funeral Home in Morgantown, W.Va. is in charge of arrangements and have provided cremation services. A celebration of life may be held at a later date. Contributions may be made in Grace's memory to a charity of choice. Online condolences may be extended to the family at www.McCulla.com
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Lexi Newlon
October 16, 2024
Grace worked in the office of a home health agency I work for. She would keep me on my toes about paperwork and although, not personally, knowing Grace was a delight. I will be praying so hard for her family. What a beautiful soul. Rest in peace
Olivia Stebbins (Marshall)
August 8, 2024
Knowing Grace made mine and my classmates´ lives better and I truly wish I could´ve known her longer. Wherever we go and whatever we do, a little bit of her will be with us. She will be missed and celebrated. PCS `21.
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