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Ouimet Bros. Concord Funeral Chapel

4125 Clayton Road

Concord, California

EDWARD WARD Obituary

Edward F. Ward Resident of Concord Edward F. Ward, 68, entered into rest in Concord on April 18, 2012; he was born in San Francisco on March 3, 1944 to Edward F. Ward Sr. and Frances J. (Willard) Ward. Edward graduated from St. Ignatius High School in 1962 and earned his bachelor's degree in 1966 at Seattle University. He was a veteran of the US Army. Edward enjoyed spending time with his grandsons and attending their various school and sport activities. Edward worked as a Regional Program Manager with San Mateo County Government for 35 years. Edward is survived by his wife of 12 years Joanne Ward; son, Andrew Ward (wife: Janette); grandsons, Andy and Ty Ward; sisters, Carol Lucca (husband: Jan) and Judith Ward. He was preceded in death by his son, Tim Ward. A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00PM, Thursday, April 26, 2012 at Ouimet Bros. Concord Funeral Chapel, 4125 Clayton Road, Concord 94521. Interment will be private in Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery, Colma, CA. In lieu of flowers memorials in Edward's memory may be made to support the Incompatible Kidney Transplant Program at the Johns Hopkins. Please make contributions payable to Johns Hopkins University and send to: Michelle Cohen, Fund for Johns Hopkins Medicine, Suite 422-A, 100 N. Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21201.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Apr. 21 to Apr. 22, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for EDWARD WARD

21 Entries

Madalyn McWhite

May 7, 2012

I luckily worked with Ed for many years and he was my last supervisor. He was a man with a generous heart,so warm and supportive and so very funny! He cared about his staff and their families and let us know that, and would always go the extra mile to help us. My thoughts and prayers are with you Joanne and family.He will be missed but always remembered.I chuckle just thinking about his great sense of humor and know he's in heaven amusing the angels!

Irene Stevens

April 26, 2012

Ed...you left this earth too soon!
Joanne and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Cherish the memories forever. Ed was a delight.

April 25, 2012

May the angels lead you into paradise; May the martyrs await your coming; and escort you into Jerusalem, the holy city.

April 25, 2012

We grew up with Eddy as neighbors on Rolph St and remember him as being very funny, witty and always kidding us. We have such great memories of Eddy that will keep us smiling for a long time. Our condolences to his family. Hopefully, your memories will comfort you during this trying time.

Kathy Pineda Montoya & Lynda Pineda Hughey

Teri Peterson

April 25, 2012

First, I would like to convey my condolences to Ed's wife Joanne and his children. He was a great man! I worked with Ed for many years and he was always fair, supportive and a total pleasure to be around. He would bless us for coming to work every time you walked by him. He always smiled and made me feel like I truly belonged here. Every time he saw me leaving the building he would make sure that I knew I could call him if I needed bail money! He was too funny and quite the gentleman.You will be missed Ed and I thank you for giving me the opportunity to work with you.

juliana

April 25, 2012

Ed was my first manager, his sense of humor made the work place a place filled with laughter. The loyalty and committment to his staff will always be remembered.

Austine Quien

April 25, 2012

Although I was never under his supervision but we were in the same office, I remembered him as a warm, friendly person. I did not know him as well as I would have like to but I am glad I made his acquaintance. May the comfort of God be in the midst during this difficult time.

Austine Quien

April 25, 2012

Although I was never under his supervision but we were in the same office, I remembered him as a warm, friendly person. I did not know him as well as I would have like to but I am happy I made his acquaintance.
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow

Marissa Saludes

April 25, 2012

I am fortunate to have had the chance to work with Ed for a brief period of time prior to his retirement. Our phone conversations consisted of him talking and me laughing. Aside from his sense of humor, I truly appreciated his honesty. My condolences to the family.

Rebecca Wixon

April 25, 2012

Some of my fondest memories of Ed are of laughing with him. His simle, his sense of humor, his supportiveness and his candor made hard days more tollerable. My deepest sympathy to his loved ones.

Roberto Muniz

April 25, 2012

I had the privledge of working with Ed for many years and always enjoyed his humor! He will will be missed greatly.

Stephanie Perrier

April 24, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with you Joanne and all of Ed's family as you deal with the loss of such a great man. Ed was a knowledgeable, funny and charismatic leader who taught so many of us how to speak up for what was right, not what was popular. Thanks for the laughs and memories Mr. Ward, you will live on in our hearts.

April 24, 2012

I knew and worked with Ed for many years and shall always recall his humanity to my daughter and myself , that wonderful sense of humor, and his support for staff. My deepest condolences to his wife and family.
-Charlotte Brinsont Brown

Michele Tom

April 24, 2012

I was saddened to hear about Ed's passing. He was the first Manager I worked for,and he was always supportive. I will miss his sense of humor most of all. My condolences to the family.

Sandy DeLeon

April 24, 2012

I am saddened to hear that Ed has passed away. My condolences to his family. I worked with Ed at San Mateo County for years and I always called him "Grandpa Ed" relating to his license plate on his BMW. He will be truly missed

Deborah Patten

April 24, 2012

My Deepest Sympathy. I worked with Ed for many years and loved his spirited personality. He will be missed by many.

Casey Power Calivo

April 24, 2012

I was so sorry to hear about Ed's passing. Ed hired me at the Receiving Home in 1979 and was a supportive and generous boss. Ed's sense of humor was such a wonderful gift he often had me in tears of laughter! He will be truly missed. My sincerest condolences to his family.

John Echarte

April 23, 2012

I worked for Ed Ward at the County of San Mateo for many years, he was great guy who had a wonderful sense of humor and he was a fair and supportive boss.
My deepest condolences to all in his family.

Susan Naylor

April 23, 2012

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

April 23, 2012

So sorry to read about Eddy passing, we went to Epiphany together, went bowling,played ping-pong at his house, & basically rode to S.I. together everyday either on the bus or in my car.Ed always had me laughing, he was a super fun & nice guy.
My deepest condolences to all in his family; he will be truly missed, a wonderful human being.

Johnny Palmisano

Lawrence Richards

April 22, 2012

Ed and I were classmates at St. Ignatius. I worked with him during summer vacations as a custodian at various public schools. He was always an honest, friendly and humerous person. I send my condolences to his family and ask God's blessings on his soul. I look forward to seeing him again soon in eternal glory. Goodbye, ED. See you soon. I'll never forget you.

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