of Russellville, AR
December 6, 1986 - October 28, 2022
Matthew Tyler Ward, age 35, of Russellville, Arkansas passed away Friday October 28, 2022 at his home.
Matt was born December 6, 1986 in Harrison to Rodney and Karla (Burleson) Ward. He was a 2006 graduate of Yellville-Summit High School, drove a truck for several years and had been employed as a driver for Waste Management. He was a member of Home Church in Dardanelle, Arkansas. Matt was a loving husband, father, son and brother. He enjoyed outdoors hunting, fishing and camping with his children and riding his motorcycle. If you were Matt's friend, he was your loyal friend.
Matt is survived by his wife, Kristal Ward of Russellville, Arkansas; his son, Jace Chandler Ward; his daughters, Leslie Mae Ward and Kali Janelle Ward all of Russellville; his parents, Rod Ward and Karla Ward of Yellville; his sister, Jennifer Cope (Ryan) of Russellville; his mother-in-law, Susan Wagoner (Maurice File) of Alton, Illinois and his father-in-law, James Shelton of Harrison, Arkansas.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents.
Graveside service will be 2:00 pm Thursday, November 3, 2022 at Keesee Cemetery with Pastor Eddie Shaffer and Sammy Burns officiating.
Pallbearers will be Randy Holbrook, Eli Shelton, Aaron Brock, Jake Moses, Patrick Chaney and Richard Rogers.
Honorary pallbearers will be Jace Ward, Donald Rogers and James Moses.
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48 Condolence(s)
Janelle Miller
Sunday, November 6, 2022
Kristal, Leslie, Jace, and Kali,
I’m so very sorry for your loss. I didn’t know Matt very well at all, but he was always so kind any time I saw him at school. There’s no way he could have a wife and children as amazing as you all are without being an amazing person himself. I pray that God covers you all with the peace that passes all understanding during the difficult days ahead.
Christy Plumley
Thursday, November 3, 2022
Omgosh, just heard, I'm so terribly sad for yall 😢 he was an amazing guy full of laughter and love. My prayers 🙠and love are with you and your family. Always remember and always loved.
Phyllis Ermer
Wednesday, November 2, 2022
Kristal I am so sorry for your loss. I pray you will feel God’s arms of comfort surrounding you during this difficult time. â¤ï¸
Lana McCrery
Wednesday, November 2, 2022
Condolences to Matthews’ family.
Meggan Worster
Wednesday, November 2, 2022
I use to go trail riding when I was younger with my Dad. I remember Matt and his parents being at a few of those outings. He had a contagious laugh and that's what I remember the most. Prayers and Condolences to his family.
Kenneth Wright
Wednesday, November 2, 2022
Matt and i talked every week when he came to dump my trash cans... He vented and i listened... I am so broken hearted... Matt was such a great Man with a heart of Gold ... I will miss him and do already ... R.I.P. my friend... Kenny...
Meagan and Derek Pearson
Wednesday, November 2, 2022
Our prayers are with Matt’s family. We were terribly saddened to hear of his passing. I (Meagan) will always remember Matt for his contagious laughter. He was always so kind and friendly to me in school.
Samantha Starkey
Wednesday, November 2, 2022
I am so sad to hear of Matt’s passing. I will always remember him as being kind and friendly. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Rhonda Jacobs
Wednesday, November 2, 2022
Continuing to pray for peace and comfort.
Latricia Crittendon
Tuesday, November 1, 2022
Love you all. So many prayers for his family. He has such awesome kids. Rely on God to carry you thru this time of sorrow. Love you all
Robert & Tami Pfeifer
Tuesday, November 1, 2022
Kristal, we are so sorry for your loss. May the Lord bring comfort to you, the kids, and the rest of the family. Sending much love & hugs. Robert & Tami Pfeifer
Ann worster
Tuesday, November 1, 2022
My heart hurts for the Ward family. Prayers for comfort.
Ann worster
Tuesday, November 1, 2022
My heart hurts for the Ward family.
Maria whitted
Tuesday, November 1, 2022
Prayers for you and your kids. â¤ï¸
Janet Kanady
Tuesday, November 1, 2022
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in our prayers.
Euel Pearson
Tuesday, November 1, 2022
Matt you will be missed bro but not forgotten .My prayers for his family
Terry and Vickie Zeigler Sims
Tuesday, November 1, 2022
Karla and family we are so sorry to here of Matt’s passing. Prayers for you all!
David Melton
Tuesday, November 1, 2022
My deepest condolences to you guys Matt was always a great guy your family are in my prayers
Lynard Buffington
Tuesday, November 1, 2022
I'm so sorry. Matt was a great friend. And an awesome co worker.
Karlye Mingues (Tremonte)
Tuesday, November 1, 2022
Omgoodness. I'm at a loss for words guys and yall know how few times that happen. I can not believe he's gone. My prayers are with all of yall and lots of love and hugs coming your way.
Matt was always such a great guy. My favorite memory was when he was my hero and saved me from a ruined prom night. He was the best prom date ever. We laughed and danced and had so much fun. I just can't believe he's gone. Love you guys!!
J’sha & J’lexa
Tuesday, November 1, 2022
We â¤ï¸ you more than words can say. I sit and think of all the fun we had & the family laughs we shared. Some things can not be replaced but thankfully they cannot be forgotten💗😘
Kenford & Lisa Carter
Tuesday, November 1, 2022
We are so very sorry for your loss; prayers for comfort and peace. ðŸ™ðŸ»
Dorothy (Jeanie) Mitchell Barton
Monday, October 31, 2022
Sending thoughts and prayers to you, kids and family. May God give comfort during this difficult time. ðŸ™ðŸ»ðŸŒ¹
Benny and Deborah underwood
Monday, October 31, 2022
Prayers for your family
Sorry your loss
Love y’all
Kyle Hampton and family
Monday, October 31, 2022
So sorry to hear about Matt we will pray for y’all! He was a good one!!!
Jennifer Freeman
Monday, October 31, 2022
Matt was such a sweetheart. Our family is holding you and your family up in prayers. We are here when you need us ðŸ™ðŸ»
Jerry Russell
Monday, October 31, 2022
My heart hurts for the Ward family. Matt was one of the best friends and father anyone could ask for. My deepest condolences to Kristal and the kids. Love you guys.
Ed and Louise Bounds
Monday, October 31, 2022
Praying for you and the children. I pray God will wrap his arms around all of you and give you comfort and strength. Our hearts and thoughts are with you.
Jackie and Tracy Wynn
Monday, October 31, 2022
Carla and family, we are so sorry to hear about Matt. We will always remember him as a kind, fun, young man who always had a smile on his face whenever he came to the house with Stephen. Our prayers are with all of you.
Risa Chesser
Monday, October 31, 2022
I'm so sorry for your loss Krystal. I will keep you and those babies in our prayers
Tracy McGrew Jones & Susie McGrew Taylor
Monday, October 31, 2022
We are so very sorry for your loss. Our hearts go out to you all during this difficult time. May God give you all strength and comfort in the days ahead. You are in our prayers.
Renee and Robert Thompson
Monday, October 31, 2022
Rod And Karla so sorry for your loss our hearts an prayers are with you and your family.
Shannon, Amy & Cooper Rentfro
Monday, October 31, 2022
Matt was such a sweet guy! We will miss seeing him at the ball park.
Nothing I can say will ease your pain, but I am forever sorry for your loss. Prayers for your family…may angels bring you peace!!!
Mike and Donna Benton Treat
Monday, October 31, 2022
ROD AND KARLA AND FAMILY
I am so sorry to here about Matt. You know I love all your family cause I feel like I am part of your family. I pray God will give you peace at this sorrowful time. If you need anything at all just let me know 💟ðŸ™
Robert Huffman
Monday, October 31, 2022
Matt will be missed , He was a good friend and always told me how much he loved his family. Prayers for the family.
Carlos and Linda Still
Monday, October 31, 2022
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
Lisa Thomas
Monday, October 31, 2022
Matt was not just a coworker, he was a friend. If there was a need, he was there to lend a hand. Even when he was going through struggles of his own, he would call or text to check in on others. He was selfless, loyal, hardworking, outspoken and always full of jokes. He always bragged about his family and how much he loved them. His absence today at work was overwhelming for all. My prayers go out to your family as we mourn the great loss of one of the kindest people I have ever known. He will be greatly missed by all his WM family.
Ashley Cheek Schulz
Monday, October 31, 2022
Karla Rod Jen Kristal and the rest of the family, Matt won’t soon be forgotten. Ever since we were kids playing at the creeks and going to ball games, Matt with his goofy smile could light up a crowd. I’m sorry to learn of his passing and wish all of y’all peace.
Lydia Zimmerman
Monday, October 31, 2022
Words cannot express the sorrow I feel for you and your family.
May Our Lord wrap you tightly in his arms and comfort you.
Praying for you sweet lady and your beautiful childrenðŸ™
Melissa Duncan (Cheek)
Monday, October 31, 2022
Sorry for your loss. Prayers for you family.
Ruth Stodghill
Monday, October 31, 2022
Please accept my condolences for your loss! I am sorry to hear of Matthew's passing and will keep your family in my prayers. Ruth Stodghill
Christy Lynch
Monday, October 31, 2022
I truly am so sorry to you Krystal and the kids! Sending prayers to you all. Please let me know if I can do anything for you. Love you all.
Sam &Lisa Moore Pianalto
Monday, October 31, 2022
Rod and Karla I am so sorry 😢 for you loss god be with you in these times and Love you both â¤ï¸â¤ï¸â¤ï¸ðŸ™ðŸ¥°
James Ayers and Family
Monday, October 31, 2022
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Kate king
Monday, October 31, 2022
Lifting all of you up in prayers in the months to come. I'm so very sorry for your loss.
Vicki Dean (Shipman)
Monday, October 31, 2022
Love you guys so much and I am so sorry.
Tayler Lynch
Monday, October 31, 2022
I'm so sorry for the loss of Matt. I'll always remember him as being kind and funny. The entire family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Susan Wagoner
Monday, October 31, 2022
We love & miss you so much Matt till we meet again just know you will forever be in our hearts & thoughts Big Hugs & kisses our sweet precious Son â¤ï¸ â¤