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Walter Ward Obituary
Walter A. Ward Jr., a pioneer in alternative medical techniques for the Triad, passed away Friday, Dec. 3, 2004. He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter A. Ward Sr. and Nell Tweed Ward, both of Asheville. His memory will be carried on by his wife, Jean Murdoch Ward; his daughter, Karen Ward Kaplan and her husband, Elliot Kaplan and their children, Jess and Asa Kaplan of Boston, Mass.; his son, Walter A. Ward III of Atlanta, Ga.; a brother, G. Thomas Ward and his wife, Judy; and two nephews. He was a renowned speaker on allergy and nutrition and served as president of the American Academy of Otolarygic Allergy. He also served on all committees of this organization. He was a member of the Academy of Environmental Medicine and many other allergy and alternative groups. He was originally a head and neck cancer surgeon at Bowman Gray School of Medicine, later becoming their allergist. In 1982, he opened his own practice and continued to help many patients until his retirement on July 1 of this year. The family wishes to thank all patients and friends for their many kindnesses. A special thank-you to Anna Scott, RN and caregivers Felix and William Hairston. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice and Palliative CareCenter, 1100-C S. Stratford Road, Winston-Salem, NC 27103 or the American Academy of Environmental Medicine, 7701 E. Kellogg Drive, Suite 625, Wichita, KS 67207. A memorial service will be held at a later date.
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AJ McFadden
January 27, 2024
Dr Ward was the most amazing doctor and healer. I had him as a doctor in my teenage years and he saved me. Gave me good health and taught me good health. He was so heavy in my mind because I´ve been looking for a doctor like him in my adult life. Still looking! I decided to look him up and found he had passed. Many
Prayers to his family and thanks for sharing such an awesome man and doctor with me ! Be blessed !!
Sandra L Merritt
January 6, 2021
I am Eternally Grateful for having Dr. Ward take over My Health Care when other doctors failed Me. He was amazing in that He gave Me back My Health thru His Amazing treatments!! I Thank God for Dr. Walter Ward!!!
Anne Cavanaugh
July 31, 2020
DR. WARD WAS THE BEST DOCTOR I HAVE EVER HAD. I CAN'T SAY ENOUGH ABOUT HIM. HE WAS GOLD
Mary Simmons
December 7, 2004
I had the honor of working for Dr. Ward from January 2003 until his retirement. I observed first hand that his greatest joy was to help people feel better. He was not prideful or competitive; he just wanted to help people and did whatever he could to find an answer. This is what I admired most about him. I am thankful that I could be a part of his team for that short time.
Theresa Gibson
December 7, 2004
Dr. Ward was a life saver for both my mother, Dorothy Gibson, and me. We thought that we would have to seek help for our medical conditions out-of-state but felt so lucky to have access to alternative care here in Winston-Salem. We said that Dr. Ward had forgotten more than most doctors would ever know. I am thankful for his help and friendship. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Bill Matthews
December 6, 2004
To the man who saved my life as a doctor and a mentor giving me a fuller and happier life. My prayers are with Jean, Karen, Walter and family.
Love,
Bill
Anne Matthews Parfitt
December 6, 2004
Dr. Ward was just like a father to all of us and he was dearly loved. May God be with Jean, Karen, Walter and families. Our prayers are with you all.
Love,
Anne, Bill, Morty, Quasar and Jewell Anna
Blye Matthews
December 5, 2004
Dr. Ward was like my second "DAD" and he was dearly loved. My thoughts and prayers are with Jean, Karen, Walter and family. May the Lord be with you all.
With all my love,
Blye
Mike and Karen Branch
December 5, 2004
Dr. Ward is the type of doctor that doctors today should learn from. He listened to the patient and didn't use his expertise to be above anyone-He was a doctor of the people- Our prayers to the family and to all those who have lost the compassion of a great doctor and a friend. We are thankful that God brought him into our lives.
Mackenzie Jones
December 4, 2004
Dr. Ward was the only doctor who I felt really cared about me and my allergies/illnesses/etc. Best wishes to the family left behind.
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