of Leslie, AR
January 24, 1944 - December 13, 2022
Howard Douglas Ward, age 78, of Leslie, Arkansas passed from this life on Tuesday, December 13th, 2022 at St. Vincent North in Sherwood, Arkansas. He was born in Clarendon, Arkansas on January 24th, 1944 to James Arthur "Red" Ward and Bessie Lee Brewer Ward.
Howard was a strong, devoted, Christian man who was very active in all church activities. He attended Faith Church in Dennard. He worked for many years at Riceland Foods. He ran float trips for Joe Barnes on the Buffalo River and dug for mussels in southern Arkansas. He also enjoyed picking up acorns all over the place; some to sell and some to feed the deer in the winter. Howard liked hunting and fishing. He was known as a flathead slayer. He had a caregiver spirit and was always helping family and his neighbors. Howard's family meant the world to him and time spent with them brought him much joy.
Survivors include his wife of almost 57 years, Nancy Ellis Ward of the home; children, Cindy Michelle Watts (Dave) of Leslie, Brian Douglas Ward (Stacey) of Leslie, Andrea Maylee Ward of Shirley and Darla Gail Harris (Billy) of Dongola; grandchildren, Jesse Clark, Tori Evans, Megan Evans, Danielle Morlan (Brandon), Westley Carter (Kayla), Brittany Ward, Savannah Lindley (Jerry), Saxon Tumbleson, Haley Jackson (Bill), Ashley Dixon (Dustin), Billy John Harris Jr. (Sarah) and Nicole Harris; great-grandchildren, Kyler Morlan, Jensen Carter, Chloe Cook, Makinlye Price, Lily Jackson, Emma Jackson, Lainye Dixon, Westin Dixon and Asher Harris; siblings, Kenneth Ward, Mervel Ward, Marian Boyster, Grace Ragan, Tony Ward and Raymond Ward; sister-in-law, Caroline Ward and numerous extended family and friends who will also mourn his passing.
Howard is preceded in death by his parents, Red and Bessie Ward; daughter, Tammy Kaye Ward; siblings, Betty Louise Ward Ross, Clarence Stanley Ward, James Arthur Ward Jr. and John Ward.
Private family services will be held at Shiloh Cemetery. Friends and family will serve as bearers.
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17 Condolence(s)
Shannon ward
Tuesday, December 20, 2022
I’m so sorry for your loss, Miss Nancy I just found out about it you were in my thoughts and prayers
Wesley and Loretta Smith
Friday, December 16, 2022
Sorry for your loss. Howard was my buddy
William E Beard
Thursday, December 15, 2022
My deepest condolences to the entire Ward family.
Ronnie and Heather Baker
Thursday, December 15, 2022
Nancy and family,
Our hearts and prayers go out to you in this time of sorrow our hearts are happy he is no longer in pain but sadden because we will miss him so he was a sweet man. Prayers and thoughts going your way.
Jerry Horton
Thursday, December 15, 2022
Condolences, Howard seemed to always be happy to see you.
Barbara K Branscum
Thursday, December 15, 2022
Nancy and family, we are sad to hear of Howard's passing. We have lots of good memories at Church and any where we saw him. Always enjoyed our visits and always loved and bragged on his candy fudge he would make every Christmas. It was the best and he would always let me know he was the one to make it and not Nancy. He was really special and would always put a smile on your face. He will certainly be missed. Praying for you during this sad time. Pauline Blough, John and Kay Branscum
Brenda Lewis
Thursday, December 15, 2022
I am so very sorry for your loss and pray God will give all of you strength during this difficult time.
Bud L Anderson and family
Thursday, December 15, 2022
Just found out about Howard's passing. We are so sorry to hear this news. Sending our prayers and condolences to his wife and family. I wanted to thank him for his care and love for my family. He was a dear friend and close neighbor to them, and will always be remembered by us. I will always be grateful.
James and Gayle Tilley
Thursday, December 15, 2022
Nancy and family, you have our deepest condolences during this time of the loss of your loved one. May you have comfort and peace as you remember Howard’s life. God Bless each member of the family!
Helen L Lochridge
Thursday, December 15, 2022
Nancy and family, so sorry for your loss. Howard was a good man and a good christain. May God fill your hearts with precious memories.
Love and prayers, Helen Lochridge
Helen L Lochridge
Thursday, December 15, 2022
Nancy and family, so sorry for your loss. Howard was a good man and a good christain. May God fill your hearts with precious memories.
Love and prayers, Helen Lochridge
John Ross
Thursday, December 15, 2022
Aunt Nancy and family, I'm so sorry to learn of Uncle Howard's passing. I have fond memories of visiting you when i was a child and talking with Uncle Howard when I would see him in town. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Terry Taylor Perry
Thursday, December 15, 2022
So sorry to hear about Howard. He really stepped up when I lost Daddy. He showed me how to make money picking up acorns and catching fish. He was a real person down to earth. I know his family and friends will miss him. Your cousin Terry
Marian Ward Boyster
Thursday, December 15, 2022
My love, thoughts. & prayers are with Nancy & the family. Howard was one of the best big brothers a girl could have. I loved him very much & he will always be a piece of my heart & i will missed him & his phone calls forever.
James and Jeri White, Coleta Greene and KeJay Woolf
Wednesday, December 14, 2022
Our deepest sympathy
Karen E. Lawson
Wednesday, December 14, 2022
Nancy and family, I'm so sorry to learn of Howard's passing. I met you and Howard when I attended the Leslie Baptist church many years ago. I always enjoyed being in church with both of you. I'll never forget the kindness you both showed to me. I'd see Howard at the grocery store or gas station in Leslie and we'd always have a good visit. Praying for God's comfort and peace for you and your family.
Cheryl Hensley
Wednesday, December 14, 2022
I was very sorry to hear about Howard. He was a good man and an excellent neighbor. Sending prayers up for the family.