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Cody Ward Obituary
CODY WARD Cody Harden Ward, 58, a musician, of Las Vegas, passed away July 13, 2011. He was born Oct. 16, 1952, in Los Angeles, and was a 16-year resident of Nevada. Cody grew up in Phoenix and attended Brigham Young and Arizona State Universities. He was an accomplished musician and played professionally for more than 30 years, most notably with Mickey Gilley, Lacey J. Dalton and Johnny Lee. An eagle scout, he was an avid rock climber and sailor and loved the outdoors. He was an active member of Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served faithfully in many callings. He especially loved his time as a scout leader and as an ordinance worker in the Las Vegas Temple. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Ida Ward. Cody is survived by his wife and eternal companion, Diann Orgill Ward; six children, Trent English (Amy), Summer Clifford (Matt), Brianna Gandini (Tony), Cody James Ward, Sean English and Hannah Ward; nearly nine grandchildren. Viewing will be from 10 a.m.-noon Saturday, July 16, with services following at 1 p.m., both at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Cimarron Creek Ward Chapel, 3300 N. Buffalo, Las Vegas.
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Les Lumpkin
May 11, 2021
He played with me in the Desert Eagles Band in PHX
Scruff
April 11, 2012
Cody Ward - fine musician, caring friend and a good man. You will be missed, Cody. Peace be with you.
Teri Fillmore
July 24, 2011
Diann-I am so sorry about the loss of your husband. You have been through so much. I pray for you and your family as you go through this together. Cody will be missed!
Kevin Poynter
July 16, 2011
Cody is a great man. I will always be thankful to him for his great example to my son through scouting and he has made a lasting impression on my whole family. He kept his dignity and testimony of the Gospel to the end. He is a true hero of mine for the way he lived and his tremendous courage in death. After his funeral my son said to me, "No one ever really dies." And he's right. We'll miss you, Brother Ward. --Kevin Poynter
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Terrie Smith Nielsen
July 16, 2011
Much too soon, Cousin. You will be missed. Thank Heaven for the blessings of the Temple and the sealing powers of the priesthood.
Amy Losee
July 16, 2011
He was a very kind man with a strong testimony of the gospel! We will miss him! - Amy and Mike Losee
peter osgood
July 16, 2011
Dear Family- Cody was a very special person. I have heard stories through my father of Cody, Aunt Ida and Uncle John since I was a small child. They always seemed really close even though they were miles away. When my dad and I came to LV for Ida's funeral it was so great to see Dad and Cody talking about family and the look on their face for hours was priceless. You could see deep into their heart the love they had for their family. My dad is heartbroken as are we all for the loss of this special person. I am truly saddened for your loss to your family. He is with his parents and they will keep him safe until you see him again. Please let my dad, or myself know if there is anything you would like for us to do. Peter Osgood- Cathy Pecoraro
Elaine Frazier
July 15, 2011
Diann- I was so shocked and sorry to read Cody's obituary today. I didn't know him well but I know how much you loved him and how very close you two were (are). I know your family and friends will give you the strength you need now and I wish you peace from the many happy memories no one can take away.
BEN/NYLA SMITH
July 15, 2011
A LOT OF YEARS SEPARATED US FOR TOO LONG. SEE YA IN THE GREAT BEYOND.
Valerie Smith
July 15, 2011
Diann and family - So sorry to hear about Cody, so sudden, and so soon after his mother!! Hope you are doing well, and have family nearby to help you....
paul hickman
July 15, 2011
On July 13th we lost the best musician and definitely one of the best humans I personally knew very well. Mr. Cody Ward will be playing his fiddle elsewhere now but I am sure it will be with the same ferver and skill as always. Thank you for all the fine music and memories.
Take care Codefiddle.
July 14, 2011
Our heartfelt sympathy to all the family. Cody was an outstanding person and we have many fond memories of him. We especially appreciated his musical abilities.
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