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GERALD WARD Obituary
GERALD "JERRY" F. WARD, MD., 90, passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2013, at Lutheran Life Villages, Pine Valley, Fort Wayne. Born in Wheatland, Ind., he graduated from Washington High School in 1941, DePauw University in 1945, and Indiana University School of Medicine in 1949. He was a Lieutenant in the U.S. Navy serving during the Korean War. Dr. Gerald was a Urologist in Fort Wayne along with his partners Dr. James P. Scudder and Dr. Phil Shriner. He was a practicing physician at Parkview Hospital from 1955 until retiring in 1986. During his early career, he would also travel to Bryan, Montpelier and Paulding Ohio as well as DeKalb and Whitley County hospitals. Jerry was a member of American Legion, Masonic Lodge,, Mizpah Shrine, Urology Association, and American Medical Association. For many years, he enjoyed going on fishing and hunting trips with his professional friends and just being outdoors. After his retirement, he spent many hours managing his farms in the Garrett community. "He was an outstanding and devoted father, grandfather and person that will be dearly missed by his family, friends and patients." He is survived by his loving children: daughter, Georgia W. (James) Lemberg of Fort Wayne and their children, Elliott and Ian Lemberg; son, Travis M. (Faith) Ward of Garrett, and their children, Kendall, Cameron Ward and Corey Vendrely; son, Adam F. Ward of Fort Wayne; daughter, Brooke A. Ward of Fort Wayne and her children, Alyssa and Caleb Hogan. He is also survived by his, sister-in-law, Sue Ward of Madison, Ind.; half sister, Linda (Dwight) Singer of Kokomo, Ind.; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Paula Bailey Ward, MD.; parents, Claude F. and Josetta Ward; stepfather, Byron Donaldson; brother, Donald E. Ward Sr.; and half sister, Eleanor Rogers. Service is 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 7, 2013, at D.O. McComb & Sons Pine Valley Park Funeral Home, 1320 East Dupont Road, with calling one hour prior. Pastor Brad Hardesty officiating. Calling also from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6, 2013, at the funeral home. Burial in Lindenwood Cemetery, Fort Wayne. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association or Heartland Hospice. To view the online obituary, visit www.domccombandsons.com
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Lois Snyder- Bullard
December 9, 2020
Doctor Ward was very good to my former mother in law Mildred ( Pee Wee ) Snyder, RN. She and Doctor are in heaven together.
Cheryl Pape
December 11, 2013
My deepest sympathy to you & your family for your loss.
Kim Hill
December 9, 2013
Georgia and Family, I want to extend my deepest sympathy to you and your family. I know how special father's/grandfather's are and no matter what the age or curcumstance it can be difficult. Though I did not know him, he must have been an amazing and caring man.
Lois A. Snyder-Bullard
December 8, 2013
Georgia, Sorry for your loss. It has been many years since I have seen you, actually 36yrs when I cared for your mother along with my late mother-in-law Mildred Snyder RN./"PeeWee" Snyder. Your father was such a wonderful man and friend to Mom Snyder after her retirement.
Judy Poiry Gradl
December 7, 2013
Georgia,
May I extend my sympathy on the loss of your dad. I can't say that I knew him well, though he was always very gracious when I was around him, but I was able to see him through your eyes, and I know that he was a kind and caring man. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
The Family of Drs. Bob and Maggie Ball
December 5, 2013
We remember Dr. Ward as a friend and colleague of our parents and a fellow graduate of DePauw University. We extend our deepest sympathies to the family and wish Jerry Godspeed to Heaven.
Sally Middlesworth
December 5, 2013
Love from the twins
Sally Middlesworth
December 5, 2013
Dr. Ward was a sweet, quiet man who welcomed Debby and I into his home for many years. We enjoyed our summers at Wawasee with Georgia-boating, Yahtzee, and playing albums! Dr. Ward pierced our ears and helped in the search for my lost contact lens. He gave us an airplane ride, took us to dinner, and picked up Georgia multiple times when she couldn't sleep at our house. We will certainly miss "our" Dr. Ward.
Blessings to his family.
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