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2003
DIED
2010
Anthony Ward Obituary
Service: 10 a.m. Friday at Thompson's Harveson & Cole Funeral Home. Interment: Azleland Memorial Park. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.
Anthony Steele Ward was born Sept. 7, 2003, in El Paso. He was a student at Liberty Elementary School.
Survivors: Parents, Jesse C. Ward and Tara K. Akin; grandparents, Ken and Jean Ward, Jodi Burkhart, Robert Andrews and Ronnie Akin; and a host of extended family and friends.
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Memories and Condolences
for Anthony Ward
I miss you little man...
September 17, 2010
April 15, 2010
April 15, 2010
Cheryl Hammett
April 13, 2010
Tara I am so sorry for your loss there are no words that could express the hurt. He would wnt you to keep your head up and be the strong momma that you are. You are in my prayers.
April 11, 2010
I am so very sorry you all had to lose such a precious little one too soon. I don't know you but have been praying for your family through a prayer list you are on. May you feel God is near at this most terrible time.
Valerie Manolis & family
April 7, 2010
Dear Jodi, Tara, and the entire family, So so sorry for the loss of your beautiful little boy. I have been crying since I heard the news. I believe he is the lucky one though, bypassing this thing called life where we must suffer, and just went directly up into God's arms. That doesn't make it easier for us missing him. But remember that he will be waiting for you to welcome you into heaven and smiling upon you always. He will be near.
Danny and Cheryl Tabb
April 2, 2010
Please accept our deepest sympathy in the loss of your special little boy. You are in our thoughts and prayers;
Crystal Smith
April 2, 2010
Please accept my deepest sympathy in the loss of your special little boy.
may you be spared from any further sorrow.
Take care of each other and yourselves.
Alexia and Sean Ball
April 2, 2010
Jesse, Ken, and Jean and the rest of the Ward Family,
I am so sorry for your loss of "lil' Jesse" and know that Sean and I have you in our prayers. Remeber the good times with him.
Robert Price
April 2, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and number of friends may the good lord shine his light on you in the time of sadness
Robert W. and Krista Price
ANGELINA SANTOS
April 2, 2010
Jodi,
there are no words that can take back what has happened, or what has been done. there are no words that can or will replace your grandson or fill the hole in your heart. as i a friend i just wanted you to know that i am truely sorry and i offer you my deepest condolences for your loss. i found this poem for you. ~~~~I Did Not Die
Do not stand at my grave and forever weep.
I am not there; I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn’s rain.
When you awaken in the morning’s hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and forever cry.
I am not there. I did not die.
~~~ keep him where it counts..in your heart and never let what you cherish most go.. your memories. we care about you dearly and love ya.
Penny
April 1, 2010
Our prayers are with you all
Toni Eager-Johnson
April 1, 2010
To the family: Special Memories There is a road I call remembrance where I walk each day with you. It's a happy road,my dear,all filled with memories true.I touch your hand and smile.There are hills and feilds and budding trees and a stillness that's so sweet That it seems that this must be the place where God and humans meet. I hope we can go back again and golden hours renew,And God go with you always,Dear until the day we do. God bless you all, Toni Eager
April 1, 2010
Anthony,
I do not know you or your family, but was drawn to you when I saw that you are only 6 years old...too young to move on. I looked at your guest book and it's obvious that you are loved so very much by your family and friends. I am saddened by the journey that your loved ones are traveling. I have children of my own and cannot imagine the pain, but I am glad that God was there for you when you needed Him. Anthony, I wish you Peace, Love, and Life-Everlasting
Anthony's Family and Friends,
My heart goes out to all of you. Remember his laughter and all the funny things he's done. May you find strength and comfort in each other, God, and those who care and love you.
Kelley Beth Austin (Kilpatrick)
March 31, 2010
Jodi and Tara, I am so sorry for your loss. I cannot even imagine how you feel. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I love you both very much.
Mary, Emily, Kevin, & Nick Laudermilk
March 31, 2010
Just want you to know you are in our thoughts and prayers here in New York. Words are not enough to express how we feel. Anthony was an amazing little boy that brought alot of joy into your life, you were blessed to have him even for a short time. Remember how he made you laugh and touch our lives even so far away. Keep the faith.....
March 31, 2010
jesse and tara, we are so sorry, we will keep you guys in are thoughts and prayers, and if you need anything at all please let us know. you know now he is being taken care of and loved by god, his grandma, and all his other family that was waiting for him. love, kelly, billy, william and chandler
Rita Cullum
March 31, 2010
Jodi, I am so very sorry for your loss. you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. if you need anything night or day call me
love you,
Rita Cullum
March 31, 2010
Jodi, I am so very sorry for your loss.
you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.if you need anything night or day call me.love you,
Lori Snapp
March 31, 2010
Jodi, I am so sorry for the loss of your grandson. My thoughts and prays are with your and your family. If there is anything I can do or if you need someone to talked to please call me.
Jennifer Egan
March 31, 2010
Jodi, I'm so sorry for your loss. I just wanted to let you know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayer's.
Christi and Jeff Cullum
March 31, 2010
Jean, Ken, and Michael, I realize no words are the "right words." Just know that we are thinking of you all constantly and we are keeping you in our prayers.
carol eddy
March 31, 2010
jess and tara, i can't even begin to imagin how you must feel. i just want you to know that the family and our church has you in our prayers. i pray that god give you and your families the strenght to pull through this terrible accident. i love you . and rest asure that he is with god and his grandma. love carol and the eddy family
Bonnie Gary
March 31, 2010
To the Ward family - My heart aches for you. Many prayers have been and will be offered for your comfort. The loss of a child, grandchild, or great-grandchild is immeasurable. Comfort yourselves with the knowledge that little Anthony is safe in the arms of the Lord.
The Bradberry's
March 31, 2010
We are praying for your family.
Linda Clark
March 31, 2010
Tara, I am so shocked and saddened by this tragic news. Anthony was such a sweet little boy. God must have needed another rose in heaven. I can't imagine the loss you are feeling. I know how much it hurt losing Tommy; but i can't imagine losing a child. Just remember God is the only one you can find comfort in and He loves you dearly as do I. I'm Praying for you.
Dianna Sexton
March 31, 2010
Jodi, we are so sorry for your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. If we can do anything please let me know.
Love you, Dianna Sexton
March 31, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family through this difficult time. My children went to Little Farmers with Anthony and were very sad when they heard the news. May your memories bring you comfort.
~Morgan, Shelly, Tyler, Matthew, and Alexis Rehbeger
Jessica Savage
March 31, 2010
Tara, I know there are no words that will bring any comfort right now but I want you to know how very truly sorry I am about your sweet Anthony. I'm not even sure what to say. but I love you so very much and I am so very sorry. Please know that I am here for anything you need. We love Anthony and we love you....
Secret Kunkle
March 31, 2010
My heart is saddeded to hear about the loss of your beautiful son. Anthony was a special little boy and made me smile every time I seen him. May God Bless you during this very sad time. Psalm 27:8 My heart has heard you say, "Come and talk with me." And my heart responds, "Lord, I am coming"
Tommy, Kristy, and Kyler Braswell
March 31, 2010
We pray for your family daily. Our family was deeply saddened when we heard the news. My son Kyler was in Mrs. Bovea's class with Anthony and has talked about him daily since the very first day of Kindergarten. Kyler explained Anthony as his best bud.
There is a song that talks about Jesus' house and says that there is a big, big yard so we can play football. Last night Kyler told me the he bets Anthony is playing the biggest football game and he can't wait to get to Heaven so he can play with him.
In my Father's house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. John 14:2
March 31, 2010
Jodi and family, my heart aches for your loss. You're in my thoughts and prayers. May the memories of Anthony carry you through this sorrowful time. God Bless You All.
Bessie Perkins & Family (North Richland Hills, TX)
Dawn Briggs
March 31, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers for you and your family. My son is in 3rd grade at Liberty and was very sad. We know where he is and one day we all see him. May you find peace in this very trying time.
March 31, 2010
Jodi, I want you to know that we are praying for you and if there is anything that i can do just let me know even if it just to talk i am here day or night. Love you Katherine Franklin & Sheila Myers.
Dawn Gaskin
March 31, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this tragic time in your lives. May the wonderful memories of Anthony keep the light shining bright in your mind. He was loved by all!
Richard & Teresa Lane
March 31, 2010
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Julia Gazaway
March 31, 2010
Tara, We were shocked and saddened by the news of Anthony, our thoughts and prayers are with you. We love you bunches.
Julia, Lindsey, Jaxson, Aunt Jane and Uncle Jim
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