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James Alvin Ward

1946 - 2021

James Alvin Ward obituary, 1946-2021, Gary, IN

BORN

1946

DIED

2021

FUNERAL HOME

Guy & Allen Funeral Directors, Inc.

2959 West 11th Avenue

Gary, Indiana

James Ward Obituary

James Alvin Ward "Lil James" age 75 years was born October 7, 1946 to the late Ernest and Margaree Ward. He departed this life October 28, 2021 after a fearless battle with a lingering illness. He was a 1964 graduate of Roosevelt High School (Gary, IN). He enjoyed entertaining people and had a singing group called L'il James and the Deltones where they would perform on the talent shows at RHS. James was a veteran of the U.S. Army and had various places of employment: Ford Motor Co., Inland Steel, Montgomery Ward & U.S. Steel. He leaves to cherish his memories: 2 beloved daughters Barbette Manna (Dion) of Merrillville, IN and Venessa Renee Ward of Lithonia, GA; brothers Jerome Ward of Rochester, NY, Jeffrey Ward of Gary, IN; sister Earline Sumrall of Merrillville, IN; 3 grandchildren Lakia, Scottie and Saquante; 3 great grandchildren Keonte, Makayla and Jaylen; Lifelong & devoted friend Ms. Thelma "Pynkee" Green and a host of other relatives and friends. Visitation Friday, November 5, 2021 from 9:00 a.m.-11:00a.m. with funeral service to follow at 11:00 a.m. all services at the Guy & Allen Chapel 2959 West 11th Avenue. Interment Oak Hill Cemetery.

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Published by Post-Tribune from Nov. 3 to Nov. 4, 2021.

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Diane and Marcia

November 4, 2021

Although small in stature, we remember L'il James having a "big" personality, great sense of humor , a great storyteller, and very charismatic. Our sincere condolences to Jeffrey, Earline, and the Ward family. Cherish the memories and may God continue to comfort you and give you peace.

Anonymous

November 4, 2021

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Claudia (Jamison) G

November 2, 2021

I am so sorry for the loss of my childhood friend. May your hearts be comforted by 1 Cor 1:3-5.

Jmmie and Daisy Curtis

November 1, 2021

Jeffery & Earline and Family,
We extend our heartfelt condolences in the transition of your Beloved Brother, James. May the fond memories help sustain you in the coming months.

Yours in Christ,

S.G.

October 31, 2021

Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your loved one, may God give you strength and comfort during this difficult time. (Psalms 46 :1)

PA

October 31, 2021

I wish to extend my condolences to you for your loss. May God give you peace and comfort you during this time of grief.

Myrtle Mateen

October 31, 2021

To the Family you have my deepest sympathy in the death but heavens gain of James. He was a very nice person and will never be forgotten.

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2959 West 11th Avenue, Gary, IN 46404

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2959 West 11th Avenue, Gary, IN 46404

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