Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
FUNERAL HOME
Thomas Ward Obituary
Thomas Patrick Ward, 86, of Lake Forest, passed away peacefully on Saturday August 26, 2017. Beloved husband of 56 years to Margie nee O'Malley. Loving father of Jenny (W.) Collins of Greenwich, CT, Pat (Laurie) Ward of Lake Forest, IL, Sheila (Joe) Lamb of Champaign, IL and Mary (Chris) Bires of Lake Forest, IL. Adoring grandfather of Kelsey, Ross and Megan Collins; Tommy, Lucy and Elizabeth Ward; Nicholas, Grace and Michael Lamb; and Maggie, Kevin and Sarah Bires. A mass celebrating his life will be held on Friday September 1st at 10:00 at the Church of St. Mary, 175 East Illinois Road, Lake Forest, IL. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to JourneyCare (www.journeycare.org ) in Glenview, IL and the Alzheimer's Association (www.alz.org) in Chicago, IL. Arrangements by Reuland & Turnbough Funeral Directos of Lake Forest www.RTfunerals.com or (847) 234-9649.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Ward
3 Entries
Alicia Atlee
July 29, 2022
How sad to finally find you and Tom after so many years. If you ever see this, Please accept my condolences to you and your family.
September 1, 2017
Dear Marg Ward, Please know that you and your family are in my prayers. Rita Kawula
Showing 1 - 3 of 3 results
Make a Donation
in Thomas Ward's name
Please consider a donation as requested by the family.
Memorial Events
for Thomas Ward
Funeral services provided by:
Reuland & Turnbough Funeral Directors - Lake Forest1407 N. Western Avenue, Lake Forest, IL 60045
How to support Thomas's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Thomas Ward's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
