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Jacob Ward Obituary

Jacob A. Ward passed away on Thursday, September 24, 2015 at the age of 22. He was the beloved son of Brenda McClelland and Kenny Keton, Jr.; stepson of Kelly McClelland and Jacquelyn Keton; fiancé of Ramona Villier; father of Blaze Ward and brother of Brett Keton, Cayce Keton, Victoria Thomas, Sarah Thomas, Breanna Brock and Malorie McClelland. He was like a brother to Jody Darby, April Myers and Terri Carissa Myers. He is also survived by his grandparents, Terry and Emma McCleary, Donna McClelland and Kenneth Keton, Sr. and Annie Keton; his nieces, Scarlet and Ellenor; a nephew, Michael and his future in-laws, Steven and Becky Villier as well as many aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his great grandmother, Clarissa Robicheaux. Jacob was born in Morgan City, LA and lived in New Orleans. He was a warehouse manager for a plumbing supply company and enjoyed nature, especially City Park. He was a delight to be around and will be missed tremendously by his loving family and friends. A Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday evening, September 30, 2015 at 7:30 pm at Garden of Memories Funeral Home, 4900 Airline Drive in Metairie. Visitation will begin at 4:00 pm. Interment will be at a later date in Garden of Memories Cemetery. To assist the family with funeral expenses and his son's future education, contributions may be made at https://www.gofundme.com/nb4y23m4. The online guestbook is available at www.gardenofmemoriesmetairie.com.

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Published by The New Orleans Advocate from Sep. 27 to Sep. 30, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
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lynne Meyer's

October 6, 2015

i think of you everyday and talk to you, i pray for your family and friends for strengh rip jacob, you were a great guy, a hard worker, and always laughing, it was awsum to be around you, you made everybody laugh, god bless you and your family ..... so so sorry ...

JAMES HUNTER

October 2, 2015

YOU ARE A GREAT FRIEND AND A GREAT CO-WORKER.I WAS GLAD WHEN YOU CAME BACK TO WORK AT COBURN'S IT WAS GREAT HAVE YOU BACK. I WILL MISS YOU.

Ann Martin

October 1, 2015

Brenda so sorry for your loss will keep you and your family in my prayers

Patrick Klegseth with Blair Plumbing

October 1, 2015

Kelly and Family, so sorry for your loss.Jacob was a good man and a hard worker. May God comfort you in this difficult time.

SHARLENE O'FLYNN

October 1, 2015

Keeping family and friends in our prayers

Liz Vining

September 29, 2015

Brenda, My heart is aching for you and your family. May you always feel that soft touch on your shoulder,and the warm brush against your cheek as you fall asleep at night. Know that he is always close by. GOD hold you all tight and close to HIM as you go thru each day. We love you so much! Liz and Blake Vining

Tim Clark

September 29, 2015

Brenda I am so sorry for your loss I will always consider Jacob my nephew he was a great kid and was a great person I am very grateful I got to know him. He will be forever loved and missed

Lisa Ann Thibodeaux-Houk

September 28, 2015

Everyone is in my thoughts and prayers. I wish I could be home with y'all during this time of sorrow. Love~

Erica Sanchez

September 28, 2015

I have tried to write something here several times, but no matter what comes out...it never seems good enough. I only met Jacob on a 5 day cruise he took with Ramona and her parents a few months ago. In that short period of time, I could tell what a kind, generous, funny, loving man he was. I could tell that he lived and breathed for Ramona and Blaze. Ramona, keep your spirits up sweet girl. Be strong for Blaze and continue to pursue your nursing degree. Jacob would have wanted that and I know he will always be with you. My condolences and prayers are with all who were affected by his tragic loss. RIP Jacob

September 28, 2015

Our prayers go out to all of you. Jacob was such a wonderful young man. My Mona could not have ask for anyone better to have in her life, Blaze had a amazing father. He will always be remembered in hearts..
Rick, Debbie & Angel Gogreve

Chastity Brown

September 28, 2015

Brenda and Kelly,

Terrence and I are so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our prayers.

September 28, 2015

Brenda, I can't imagine what you are going through and am so sorry that you have to do this. I will never forget Jacob's sweet smile and personality. He always brightened up a crowd. He will be missed by all. I am so happy you have Blaze to continue to see Jacob through him! My family will continue to pray for strength and guidance for you and your family.

Colleen Boudreaux
Jacob's School Nurse
RMS/RHS Baseball Mom

Dr. Steven Gentile

September 28, 2015

Brenda and Kelly,
It was with sadness that I learned the news of your sons passing. He and your family are in my prayers.

Timothy Brennan

September 28, 2015

Brenda, Kelly, and family. This saddest of news reached me today. May this help you at this time...Even in our sleep, Pain we cannot forget falls drop by drop upon the heart. Until in our despair, even against our will comes wisdom from the awesome Grace of God.

September 28, 2015

Brenda and Kelly. So sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Boo Chauvin

LISA SWITZER

September 28, 2015

So very sorry for your loss...My prayers are with you and family....

September 28, 2015

Our condolences to family, friends, & co-workers.
Coburn's Supply Company, Branch 48
Bossier City, LA

September 28, 2015

Kelly, Brenda & Mona I am very sorry for your lost. I will keep your family in my prayers to help you all get through this diffcult time in your lives..
Sharlene

Dianne Buhler

September 28, 2015

So Very sorry for your loss. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and Prayers.

Louie and Dianne Buhler

September 27, 2015

Kelley & Brenda, I am so sorry and sadden for your lost. Jacob was a fine young man and very proud father with a bright future. He was always polite, courteous & willing to help me. I will truly miss him.
The only blessing at this tragic time, is knowing Jacob is now spending eternal life will our LORD AND SAVIOR JESUS CHRIST, who has called one of his children home.
Jacob, along with you'll, Kelley and Brenda are in my prayers.

Friends forever,
Charlie Sabrio

stacie ronquille

September 27, 2015

I am soooo sorry for your loss. Words can't express how broken my heart is to hear about Jacobs passing. He was very special to me and my children, we will be praying for your entire family.
Love Always,
Momma Stacie, Tyler & Madison Buras

September 27, 2015

Sorry about your lost. Jacob was a fine young man We knew Jacob when he was in high school with our grandson James Schouest. He will be missed. Adam and Danelda Schouest

Terry Wright Family

September 27, 2015

so very sorry to all , God Bless

Carol DeHart-Leger

September 26, 2015

Brenda and girls,

I am so sorry to hear about the tragic news of Jacob's passing. My heart is broken today....for such a fine young man went home way too soon. I have never lost a child, so I can't begin to even fathom what you are going through Brenda and girls....I have never lost a sibling, so I can only think of the pain you all are feeling right now. My prayers are with each one of you and I do think of you all often. All my love, take care of yourself and give yourselves time to grieve. You will have bad days some ok days, as as the healing starts to take place those type of days will switch from more ok days than bad days. Although, you will never forget Jacob or the pain his passing has caused each of you. He gave you all lots of memories, so hang on to those and treasure them with every piece of strength you have! Jacob may be gone from our sight, but not from our hearts and mind. Julia B. Maitland School faculty and staff members will always remember our very own Jacob Ward!
Mrs. Carol DeHart-Leger

clara godwin

September 26, 2015

As a very close friend of the family, my hearts goes out to them and they are in my prayers.Do not stand at my grave and weep
I am not there, I do not sleep
I am in a thousand winds that blow
I am the softly falling snow
I am the gentle showers of rain
I am the fields of ripening grain
I am in the morning hush
I am in the graceful rush
Of beautiful birds in circling flight
I am the starshine of the night
I am in the flowers that bloom
I am in a quiet room
I am the birds that sing
I am in each lovely thing
Do not stand at my grave and cry
I am not there I do not die.

September 26, 2015

prayers and thoughts go out to you and your family and friends, i was so sorry to learn of the news, your beautifull life taken way, way to soon. When i worked at keller supply, and went to coburn, to do pick up's, i had a wonderfull encounter with you, and meeting you, you were and always will be a wonderfull young man, thank for the laughs, and your teriffic personality, god bless, and keep on keeping on, and listening to your music, up there, god got a beautifull angel ......

Charlie

September 26, 2015

Thinking of all of Jacob's family and friends. He will truly be missed by many.

Greta Groce

September 26, 2015

For Jacob

My Garment

God wrapped my soul
in a garment that was beautiful and strong
in a world where time and space would need it, just so long.
Now, comes the time it has tattered, though still beautiful, indeed.
But, where I am going, there is no further need.
So, place it ever gently without endless tears or grief.
For, from this world of time and space,
my soul has, now, been freed.

Tonia Roberts

September 26, 2015

So sorry for your lost prayers be with you and your family

michele jones

September 26, 2015

Jacob, Everett and I had the pleasure to meet you and spend some time with you. You are an amazing soul. Fly home. Watch over Mona and Blaze

Arin and cj

September 26, 2015

Cj and I are so sorry for your family's loss. We keep yall in our thoughts and prays. God bless

September 26, 2015

my Dear friend my tears have dryed and my heart starts to mend me and aunt missy remember the beautiful soul and sprit you shared with us and everyone you ment thank you for being my friend and family fly high buddy always uncle bob

Susan Miller

September 26, 2015

Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your loved one.
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.

Destinee Behne

September 26, 2015

R.I.P Jacob Luv & Miss Yhu

Lawanda Smith

September 26, 2015

Rip Jacob

Susie Hinkel Bohn

September 26, 2015

May God be with each and everyone of you. you are in my prayer's day and nite. We are so sorry for your loss.

Linwood Lee

September 26, 2015

Jacob I only knew you as a baby, but I am certain that you grew up to be a wonderful young man, as I know you had some great mentors in your mom and the rest of your family. Rest in peace and God bless you and your family. You will be missed.

Bill Reed

September 26, 2015

Rip

Missy Devine

September 26, 2015

FLY HIGH ANGEL

Missy Devine

September 26, 2015

LUV YA To DA MOON AND BACK !

Greta Groce

September 26, 2015

To Brenda and all of Jacob's family, loved ones and friends - I offer my heartfelt condolences. May Christ grant Jacob a place of repose where there is neither sorrow or pain, but life everlasting.
Jacob and you are in my prayers.

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