Dana Carlene Ward

Dana Carlene Ward obituary, DeQueen, AR

Dana Carlene Ward

Dana Ward Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Wilkerson Funeral Home - De Queen on Oct. 20, 2025.

Publish in a newspaper

Dana Carlene Duggan Ward, age 57, a resident of Dierks, Arkansas, passed away on Saturday, October 18, 2025 at her home.
She was born on May 17, 1968 in De Queen, Arkansas. She enjoyed cooking and watching movies. She loved her family. She was a truck driver, caregiver, and nurse's aid.
Mrs. Ward was preceded in death by her mother, Linda (Glasgow) Duggan.
She is survived by her husband, Adam Ward; three children, Brittany Taft of Delight, Arkansas, Sam Spector of North Carolina, and Nicolas Thorne of Dierks; her father, Carlos Duggan; three brothers, Rex Duggan, Kevin Duggan, and Marty Duggan; one sister, Danielle Cogburn; five grandchildren, Cayson Threadgill, Zayden Horn, Hayden Horn, Geordyn Hutcherson and Crimson Hutcherson and a number of nieces and nephews.
A private family memorial service will be held at a later date.
Cremation arrangements by Wilkerson Funeral Home in De Queen, Arkansas.
You may leave a condolence online at www.wilkersonfuneralhomes.com
To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Dana, please visit our Tree Store.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Wilkerson Funeral Home - De Queen

403 W. Stillwell Ave. P.O. Box 640, De Queen, AR 71832

Make a Donation
in Dana Ward's name

How to support Dana's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Dana Ward's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign Dana Ward's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?