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Barbara WARD Obituary
Age 72, of Great Valley, NY, died October 20, 2022. Beloved wife of Mark J. Ward; dear mother of Justin M. Ward and Vanessa L. (Jay) Guffey; daughter-in-law of Virginia Ward; cousin of Jackie, Ian, Katie, and Colin Sherman, Frank, Frankie III, Sheri Sweeny, Jennifer, Candice, and Laura Boles; sister-in-law of Stephen and Bridget Ward; aunt of Brenna (Joseph) Stoelting. Friends may call at the O'ROURKE & O'ROURKE INC., FUNERAL HOME, 25 River Street, Salamanca, on Tuesday, October 25th from 7-9 PM and Wednesday from 2-5 and 7-9 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held in Holy Name of Mary R.C Church, 22 Jefferson Street, Ellicottville, on Thursday, at 11 AM with Fr. Patrick Melfi as celebrant.
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for Barbara WARD
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Francis Murray
November 23, 2022
My Condolences to U Mark and your family for the loss of Barb.
Paul Napier
October 26, 2022
Mark, we're so sorry to hear about Barbara. We both wish you peace and comfort in the midst of family and cherished memories. ~Peace, Paul & Susan
Alice Sayegh
October 25, 2022
Dear Mark,
We are saddened to hear of Barb´s passing. I´m glad we got to see each other this summer even for a little bit. She made my few years in EV a great experience. She will be missed.
John and I send our sincere condolences to you and your family. John and Alice
Dan Halloran
October 24, 2022
Mark,
So sorry to hear of your loss. I never knew Barbara, but I am sure that as you chose her as your wife, she must have been a great lady. Thoughts are with you
Dan Halloran
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O'Rourke & O'Rourke Inc Funeral Home25 River Street, Salamanca, NY 14779
Oct
26
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7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
O'Rourke & O'Rourke Inc Funeral Home25 River Street, Salamanca, NY 14779
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