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James Ward Obituary
June 03, 1931 - November 01, 2012
In Loving Memory
James H. Ward, age 81, passed away on November 1, 2012 at his home in Bellevue, Washington after battling lung cancer for nine months. Jim was born on June 3, 1931 in Omaha, Nebraska to Olive (Schell) and Harold Francis Ward. He was raised and educated in Omaha. He served four years in the Korean War and graduated from Creighton University. He later moved to the Seattle area, where he raised his family.
He is survived by his children, Susan Ward, Sheila Ward, Shannon Ward, and Steve Ward; grandchildren Trevor Ward, Oscar Dominguez and Felix Mako; his brother Jerry Ward and sister MaryAnn Clark, and many other family members and friends. He will be dearly missed. He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Pat Williamson.
A ceremony will be held Friday, November 30, 2012 at 1:30pm at Tahoma National Cemetery (18600 Southeast 240th Street, Kent, WA).
Please visit CascadeMemorial.com to light a candle in James's memory.
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Gina Ward
November 24, 2012
Uncle Jim's passing leaves a huge hole in our hearts. We will miss his wit and stories and most of all his compassion.
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Jerry Ward
November 17, 2012
Jim was very intelligent, so much so, that he broke the grade curve at Creighton University.
His wit and warmth are sorely missed.
Uncle Jerry
November 16, 2012
To all of Jim's children I am very sorry for your loss. He was my cousin and so glad we were able to get closer in the pass years. My love to you all
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