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Cornelius Ward Obituary
Cornelius "Connie" Ward, 83, passed away March 1, 2025, in Sarasota, Fla.
He was raised in Wyoming, Pa., son of Vincent and Viola. Connie graduated from St. John's High School (1959) and the University of Scranton (1963). He served with the U.S. Army in Vietnam. After 35 years as an engineer for GE in Pittsfield, Mass., Connie retired to Bradenton, Fla., where he pursued his passion for carpentry.
He was predeceased by his parents; stepdaughter, Lisa; and siblings: Buddy, Jimmy, Ray, Charlie and Lucille.
Connie is survived by Mary, his wife of 51 years; daughters: Carolyn (Joe) and Connie (Richard); stepson, Michael; brother, Leon; stepson-in-law, Brian; grandchildren: Brian, Kelly, Gregory, Emily, Rachel, Madeline and Dominick; and three great-grandchildren.
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Wayne Meunier
March 8, 2025
Dear Mary & other family of CJ´s,
I was saddened to hear of your loss and send my deepest condolences. I didn't hear from him last year around my birthday which was very rare for CJ. I tried his mobile and truck phones without any response. It's been about a year since Mary & I last spoke.
CJ was a great guy with a lot of skills. We played a lot of golf when he & I were in the Berkshires and won a few tourneys. He masterminded the renovation of my home in Fort Myers and performed all the detail tasks required to accomplish that. I remember CJ as a great friend who always wanted to do the right thing, in the right way.
I wish you strength in this difficult time, but I am sure there will be special moments and memories that occur that will remind you of Connie and cause you to smile.
Love, Wayne & Cheryl
Paul Daniels
March 8, 2025
Mary & Family, sorry for your loss.
Paul Horbal
March 8, 2025
Great guy ! Work at GE with him.
Andrea king
March 7, 2025
Rest in peace uncle Connie.
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