of Harrison, AR and Ozark,, AL
March 6, 1952 - August 18, 2012
Brenda Ward, age 60, of both Harrison, Arkansas and Ozark, Alabama, died Saturday, August 18, 2012, at Mercy Hospital in Springfield, Missouri. She was born March 6, 1952, in Harrison, the daughter of Willard and Pauline (King) Phifer. Brenda's father preceded her in death. Brenda attended Pyatt Baptist Church. She was a 1970 graduate of Bergman High School, Bergman, Arkansas.
Brenda married the love of her life, her high school sweetheart, and her best friend Steven, on May 8, 1970, in Harrison. She loved going to the beach and traveling the country. Brenda liked to garden as long as the plants were hardy enough to withstand her busy schedule. She loved visiting with her family and friends. She had thousands of stories that she would love to share with people. Brenda's favorite career was being a wife, a mother and a grandmother. She loved her family and friends dearly.
Brenda is survived by her husband, Steven Ward, of Ozark, Alabama; her mother, Pauline Phifer; and her sons and daughters-in-law, Chris and Melanie Ward of Bruno, Arkansas, Gregory Ward of Harrison, and Michael and Terri Ward of Dallas, Texas.
She is also survived by two sisters, Linda Jones of Harrison and Anita Stanley of Midwest City, Oklahoma; seven grandchildren, Tyler Ward, Wendy Ward, Devon Ward, Corina Ward, Steven Ward, Allison Ward and Brynden Ward; as well as two great-grandchildren.
Visitation was Wednesday, August 22, 2012, at Roller-Christeson Funeral Home, prior to the funeral service, which was also at Roller-Christeson Funeral Home, with Eldon Hellums officiating.
Pallbearers were Galen Phifer, Johnny Phifer, Dana Stanley, Jeremy Stanley, Kyle Ralls and Carry Long.
Interment was in Bellefonte Cemetery.
Love: The Superior Way
Love is patient, love is kind. Love does not envy, is not boastful, is not conceited, does not act improperly, is not selfish, is not provoked, and does not keep a record of wrongs. Love finds no joy in unrighteousness but rejoices in the truth. It bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things. Love never ends. But as for prophecies, they will come to an end; as for languages, they will cease; as for knowledge, it will come to an end. For we know in part, and we prophesy in part. But when the perfect comes, the partial will come to an end. When I was a child, I spoke like a child, I thought like a child, I reasoned like a child. When I became a man, I put aside childish things. For now we see indistinctly, as in a mirror but then face to face. Now I know in part, but then I will know fully, as I am fully known. Now these three remain: faith, hope, and love. But the greatest of these is love.
1 Corinthians 13:4-13
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11 Condolence(s)
Barbara Scott
Saturday, August 25, 2012
Steve and children, I am so sorry and shocked to hear
about Brenda. One of the fondest memories that I had
working as a realtor was helping you guys and getting to know you as friends. I still remember the little one that went with us "houseshopping" We had some good times together and I'm proud to have called you
friend.
Ray Wndham
Thursday, August 23, 2012
Brenda was our neigobor and our kids grew up together. She was a good friend to my late wife, Sharon. Brenda will be missed by many. I am sorry for your loss. May you find comfort during your time of loss.
Shannon (Windham) McGonegal
Wednesday, August 22, 2012
Brenda was a Godly wonderful woman and she will be greatly missed. I know she is with God and it was a going home. She meant a lot to me and my family. She and her family lived acorss the street (when in AL) from us and we grew up with her boys. I loved Brenda as a second mom. Just spent the afternoon with her on Aug. 12th. So blessed to have know Mrs. Brenda. May you rest in peace. Praying for her three sons, husband, grandchildren, and great grandchildren to have peace and comfort during their loss. Love this family. My Condolances, Shannon and David McGonegal and family.
Brittanie and Jerry Harris
Tuesday, August 21, 2012
She will be missed very much . May god be with you all and standby you and help you all get though this very hard time. Are prayers are with you all.
Mary Ann Bailey
Tuesday, August 21, 2012
Brenda was always such a sweet girl. I know her family will miss her so much. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Nancy Smith
Tuesday, August 21, 2012
Have known Brenda for a long time and will miss her very much.
Nancy Smith
Tuesday, August 21, 2012
Sure will miss having Brenda around. Always enjoyed visiting with her at Wal Mart when we ran into each other.
Kathryn (Kelley) Carter
Tuesday, August 21, 2012
Went to school with Brenda, can't believe she is gone. I haven't seen her in years, but will miss her.
kathy (mulanax) bass
Monday, August 20, 2012
i am so sorry for your lose i am from the mulanax family the baby, my older sister"s and brothers new her well god bless all of you!!!
Clinton & Peggy Pittaway
Monday, August 20, 2012
To All the Family: Peggy and I were shocked and deeply saddened by Brenda's passing. She was always so upbeat and cheerful and an inspiration to all who knew her. She was a very nice lady and a good friend who will be missed by all who knew her. Our sympathy and prayers go out to all of you in this sad time. Clinton & Peggy Pittaway
Mary Harrell
Sunday, August 19, 2012
I think I am stell in shock, Brenda was a good friend and I know were she is today, my love and prayers to all her family...
mary harrell