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Edith Ward Obituary
The world lost one of its sweetest, most gentle souls on Saint Joseph's Day, March 19, 2015, with the passing of Edie Ward, 81, of Las Vegas. She was born December 21, 1933, in Erie, Pennsylvania.
She was devoted to the Blessed Virgin, her children and her grandchildren. They will all miss her love for butterflies, the color yellow, morning sunshine, the Bellagio Conservatory, Sinatra music, stilettos, and her uncanny ability to know what it took to lift their moods and touch their hearts.
Edie enjoyed life on every level with her husband and best friend, Tom Ward. Their 56 year love affair was full of adventures that took them from Pennsylvania, to New York, Florida, Ohio, and Nevada, which they called home after settling in Las Vegas in 1972.
As a Nevadan, Edie worked as a bookkeeper for several homebuilders, including Baroque, and launched Starlite Realty with Patrick and Tom.
Edie had many loves, but none more special than Christmas. She started decorating around Thanksgiving, when the Grinch came out, celebrated Tom's birthday on November 30, and didn't take down a single ornament until Super Bowl Sunday. This was a time of family, faith and charity for all.
Her kind heart led Edie to help so many people and organizations. She was deeply committed to Our Lady of Wisdom Church and St. Joseph Husband of Mary Church, where she served as President of the Women of St. Joseph and was committed to their mission and events. Her infectious personality, unending smile made everyone feel special. In honor of Tom's military service, she was devoted to the Catholic War Veterans, each year making sure that every soldier was remembered.
Edie was preceded in death by her husband, Tom.
She is survived by her children Christine Ward (daughter), Rozanne Curtis (daughter), Anita Ward (daughter), and Patrick Ward (son); her grandchildren Tommy Ward and Trey Curtis; Chery Ward (daughter-in-law), Henry Curtis Jr. (son-in-law); her sister Vi Zelenak of Erie; and numerous cousins, nieces, nephew, grandnieces and grandnephews, all of Erie, Pa.
Viewing will be Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 3 to 8 p.m., at Our Lady of Wisdom, 2120 Lindell Road, Las Vegas, Nevada 89146, with a Mass there on Saturday, March 28, 2015 at 10 a.m.
A memorial Mass to celebrate Edie's life will be held in Erie, Pa. on Saturday April 25, 2015, at 11:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Mount Carmel, 1553 E. Grandview Blvd., Erie, PA 16510.
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Memories and Condolences
for Edith Ward
Mary Ruscitto
June 17, 2015
My sympathy to the Ward Family. So sorry for your loss. We here in Canada loved Edie and Tom too. We always looked forward to their visits and their stories. Tom and Edie are with my dad Tony now. Their are all having an espresso somewhere together laughing and having a great time pain free.
Mary Ruscitto
Earl Wagner
April 19, 2015
God Bless Tom and Edie. Always a good time. I thought a few people like Tom across the country could keep the economy going. I member them both fondly from my youth: Home repairs; Cars; Dinner out; and Holidays at 2981 Peach Street. Edie was always cheerful, good and kind.
Charlotte Kundrath
April 7, 2015
To all the Ward children who I knew when you were little children and then into adulthood from Erie to Las Vegas.
I loved your Mom and Dad. The last time I was with your Mom we had such a great time together in LV . She always welcomed me and my husband , Don, who was your Dad's and mother's childhood long time friend, your Dad's hunting buddy.
Your Mom had great spirituality and devotion to God. I admired her and loved her. Now she is with her beloved Tom. May she rest in peace and shine her light on all of us.
Rachel C
March 27, 2015
To Edie's family,
I am sorry for your loss. I knew Edie from St Joseph HOM and enjoyed the many times we talked. May she rest in eternal peace and the many wonderful memories you shared comfort you always.
Deborah Steward-Osborne
March 26, 2015
so sorry for your loss. Chris, its me Debbie Steward. please contact me my cell number is 814-566-8731. prayers going out for you and your family.
Rich Bertges
March 26, 2015
To all the Ward kids, My sympathy on the passing of a great lady. Many fond memories of the fun we all had in Erie PA at the old farm house on Zuck Rd. (now gone). Will try to make the memorial mass at Mt. Carmel on Saturday. Keep in touch.
Cousin Rich
john lessor
March 26, 2015
edie was a great part of our class of 1952 she will be missed.
Nadine Stango
March 24, 2015
IN MEMORY OF EDIE
A kind and gentle soul,
She filled our lives with laughter
Happiness was her goal.
But the Lord God really needed her,
and took her by his side,
forever to watch over us,
an Angel in disguise.
We will miss you Edie,
Nadine and Victor Stango
Joann Polifrone
March 24, 2015
I am sorry for your loss. I am honored that I was able to meet your mom and enjoy her company the few times I got to see her. I am keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Helping Santa at Opp Village
Rusty Rustigian
March 24, 2015
To the Ward Family, It was such an Honor to know Edie she always made me feel a part of your family. Our long association in the K of C, WOJO's, CWV is never to be forgotten. Dear Edie I will miss the many emails you sent trying to convert this die hard Dem to the Rep view. Know dear Lady we will meet again.
God Bless,
Rusty
Patricia Rustigian
March 24, 2015
It was heart breaking to me that such a beautiful friend was taken.
Though we moved from Las Vegas in 2012, we never lost touch. You
would still run by me through e-mail or phone an event you had planned.
When I was in Las Vegas, you would call and insist I meet you so you could watch my reaction to the happening to be with the special effects you knew would make a simple event special, funny, outrageous, but never to be forgotten by whoever was the recipient of said planning. We have so many pictures, gifts, letters and cards sent by you Sweet Edie. You
are always present in our home and our hearts. We love you and will
see you again.
God Bless you and I know he is.
Patricia and Peter (Rusty) Rustigian too.
kpjm husar
March 23, 2015
IT WAS SUCH A HONOR TO KNOW EDIE AND TOM, THEY ARE THE KIND OF PEOPLE YOU TELL YOUR GRANDCHILDREN ABOUT, THEY BOTH MADE ME THE KNIGHT I AM TODAY, AND THE PERSON I AM TODAY,
TRULY GOD HAS 2 ANGELS IN HEAVEN, WE LOVE THEM VERY MUCH, AND WILL NEVER FORGET THEM
SK JOHN G HUSAR JR.SK JOHN A HUSAR SR VALERIE HUSAR
Cindy Rodriguez
March 23, 2015
So sorry Chris-losing our Mom's is horrible....be kind to yourself during this difficult time. Hugs to you , my friend+.
March 22, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you during this difficult time in your lives. May the many wonderful memories of Edith help console your hearts, and may the Lord bless you with love, peace, and hope. The Staff of Palm Mortuary, South Jones Chapel; Michael, Matthew, Beverly, Patricia, Vivian, Rachel and Aiko.
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