of Clinton, AR
August 20, 1944 - October 31, 2018
Margaret Shirlene Ward, 74, of Clinton, went to be with her Lord and Savior on October 31, 2018. She was born August 20, 1944 in Clinton, Arkansas to Auzzie and Effie (Bonds) Harness.
Margaret Shirlene was married to her earthly love of her life Reverend Bobby Ward for 56 years. She graduated from Clinton Schools in 1962. Shirlene was a deep loving, caring, kind and giving lady. At very young age of six she was babysitting her "baby" or "her Larry" but we know him as Larry Nixon pro fisherman. Shirlene married the love of her life Reverend Bobby Ward December 31, 1962. They had three boys; Toby, Ricky and Chris. She was a devoted pastor's wife, teacher and coach, among other ventures in life. She played the piano, sang in the choir and corralled three rowdy boys in church. Once the boys were old enough to fin for themselves Margaret Shirlene started working at the US Postal Service in Shirley, Arkansas from which she retired. She loved telling her stories from helping a lady in labor, to many miles of rough, rocky and sometimes flooded roads of Stone and Van Buren counties. She had a way of loving her family and extended family. You didn't have to be blood related to be family all she did was love. She had a love of school and of reading that she passed on to others throughout her life. In school she kept her grades up and was a member of the yearbook staff and other school functions. She made several quilts for her loved ones that they still cherish. She was a member of the Bethlehem Baptist Church in Fox, Arkansas. She will be missed by all who knew her. What a glorious day it was when she went home to her Lord, husband and other family and friends in Heaven.
She is preceded in death by her husband Reverend Bobby Ward, both parents, one sister, Carolyn Parker and one niece, Racheal Parker.
She is survived by her three children and their spouses; Toby and Robin Ward of Shirley, Rick and Melissa Ward of Fairfield Bay, and Chris Ward of Bee Branch, five grandchildren; Cassie Lopez, Devon (Drew) Hensley, and Cory (Johnnielynn) Ward, Lane, and Chandler Ward, and four great grandchildren; Kami, Emmylou, Raynee Hensley and Milo Lopez, one sister, Faye Nixon, two brothers; Wayne Harness and Lindsey Harness.
Visitation will be 1:00 pm Friday, November 2, 2018 at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Clinton. Funeral Services will follow at 2:00 pm, Friday, November 2, 2018.
Arrangements are entrusted to Roller McNutt Funeral Home in Clinton, Arkansas. For online guestbook, www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/clinton
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11 Condolence(s)
NM
Saturday, November 24, 2018
To the family:
I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that God helps us with our trials and anxieties. In your time of grief please know that God hears all prayers. This is found at Psalms 94:19 there it says "When anxieties overwhelmed me, you comforted and soothed me". Take the opportunity to go to God in Prayer. Deepest Sympathy.
L
Friday, November 9, 2018
I love to hear people having all there ability to give there time to others cherishing those moments of life. Margaret enthusiastic was amazing we need more people like her to show more love to one another.
Becky Guthrie
Saturday, November 3, 2018
Toby, Rick and Chris, our heartfelt sympathy to you all and your families. You Mom and Dad both hold so many precious memories to my family. Sending hugs and prayers to you all, may you find peace in your many special memories.
Wally and Becky Guthrie
Cheryl ans Paul Harper
Saturday, November 3, 2018
Scott Handford
Friday, November 2, 2018
So sorry Rick and family my heart just breaks for y’all. One sweet lady. Thoughts and Prayers
Jan & Irwin Vandygriff
Friday, November 2, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. She and Bobby were such an awesome couple. God Bless.
Tommy & Judy Collins
Thursday, November 1, 2018
So sorry for your loss.
Ben G. and Veatrice Hunt. Paul and Candace Smith
Thursday, November 1, 2018
We are so sorry for your loss. Our hearts go out to you. We will keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers
Stephanie Lawrence
Thursday, November 1, 2018
Dear Ward Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Miss Shirlene's passing. Every time I was in her presence she was kind and had a smile that could light up a room. Hebrews 11:1 says " Faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see. " Her faith has carried her through and great is her reward. My God grant you comfort and peace during this difficult time and days to come.
Jay Berry family
Wednesday, October 31, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family
Steven Napier
Wednesday, October 31, 2018
So sorry for your loss.