Bobby L. Ward

Bobby L. Ward obituary, Russellville, TN

Bobby L. Ward

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Bobby Ward Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Allen Funeral Home - Morristown on Feb. 12, 2026.
Bobby L. Ward, 79, of Russellville, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at UT Medical Center in Knoxville, TN, with family and friends by his side. Bobby worked at Berkline for many years and retired from there. His favorite things to do was go to auctions to find or sell good deals.

Bobby is preceded in death by his mother and father, Ethel and Cloyd Ward, and brothers, Harold and Kenneth Ward.

Bobby is survived by his daughters, Tammy (Anthony) Williams of Watauga, TN and Jennifer Anderson; special nephew, Billy (Cindy) Ward; as well as many grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Graveside services will be held at 11 AM, on Saturday, February 14, 2026, in Philippi Cemetery, with Bishop Pastor Potts officiating.

Allen Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

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Upcoming Events

Feb

14

Graveside service

11:00 a.m.

Philippi Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery, Allen Funeral Home

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