of Southaven, MS
October 27, 1967 - November 24, 2024
Ricky Ward, age 57, of Southaven, Mississippi passed away Sunday, November 24, 2024 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born October 27, 1967 in Elaine, Arkansas to the late Charles "Pop" Leamon Ward and Dorothy "RuRu" Ruth Ward. He was a current Pastor of a church in Cadillac, Michigan and member of the Apostolics of West Helena. Ricky loved to read his Bible, pray and witness his faith to others. His love for God led him to the Apostolic Bible Institute in 1999 where he received his Bachelor's degree in Theology. He loved people and enjoyed joking around with them.
He is survived by his son, Charles Allen Ward; two daughters, Amber Nicole Ward and Raeanna Marie Ward; grandson, Jameson Cole Ward; sister, Donna Ward; four brothers, Chuck Ward, Floyd Ward, Larry Ward, Randy Ward and host of nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Charles "Pop" Ward and Dorothy "RuRu" Ward.
A funeral service for Mr. Ricky Ward will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, November 30, 2024 at the Apostolics of West Helena. Visitation will be held an hour before the service at the church as well. Burial to follow at Odd Fellows Cemetery. Rev. William Chapman, Rev. Kenneth Harman and Rev. Tim Adams will officiate.
Pallbearers are Allen Ward, Randy Ward, Justin Harman, Larry Treat, Peyton Moore and Robby Yeats.
Services are directed by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, (870)-572-2571. Relatives and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/westhelena.
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21 Condolence(s)
Thomas Michael Talaga
Wednesday, December 18, 2024
Was a true privilege to have met and worked with you Ricky. You were 1 in a million and I will always fondly remember the days working with you at Walmart. No doubt you are now in your eternal home with your Lord and Savior. God bless you my friend, and your dear family.
Kenneth and Jeanie Ward
Sunday, December 1, 2024
I only just learned of Ricky passing. Our prayers go out to all the family for their loss. I haven't talked with Ricky since Uncle Charles passed. May God comfort you in this time of sorrow.
Eric Peppers
Sunday, December 1, 2024
Ricky was a fantastic guy. I know he loved the Lord and I appreciate what he did in his lifetime to share the gospel. Continued prayers for his family.
Donna Wright Slaughter
Saturday, November 30, 2024
Sorry to hear about Ricky. Praying for Ward family.
Steve Copeland
Saturday, November 30, 2024
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Dale & Laura Andrews
Friday, November 29, 2024
Many prayers for his family at this time of loss. Know that his Lord has opened up his arms & received him into his heavenly kingdom.
Kim & Brenda Thomas
Friday, November 29, 2024
Will Certainly Miss This Fellow Minister of the Gospel and Fun Loving Spirit of Man like David after God's own Heart to Family we were Visting Ministry on Day Allen was Baptised will remain a Treasured Memory May Love of God Hover Over You All at this time We Pray In Jesus Name
Kathy Eberline
Thursday, November 28, 2024
I am so sorry to hear the news of your illness and death. You always were such a good friend when we came to West Helena and our texting when you went back to Cadillac. You truly had a shepherds heart. A heart for souls. You are free now from the sufferings of this life. I'm sure you are dancing with Jesus! You will forever be missed, Bro Ricky Ward.
Richard Hoppe
Wednesday, November 27, 2024
Was a privilege to serve under you in the Cadillac Church. You will be missed. But we know you are in a much better place rejoicing around the throne.
Thereasa M Hoppe
Wednesday, November 27, 2024
Ricky Ward was more than a Pastor. He was and is a friend, a mentor, a teacher, and an inspiration. He is and will always be deeply missed. I will forever remember his smile and love for the Word of God. Love and miss you Pastor , so thankful God let ya see us again ;)
Michael and Trina Canonici
Wednesday, November 27, 2024
So sorry to hear the sad news about Ricky. Ricky always wanted to share a good word about God or brag about his children and grandson. He will definitely be missed. I pray that the Lord will continue to comfort his family.
Kenneth Moore
Wednesday, November 27, 2024
To a friend and fellow minister of Christ our Lord. My condolences are extended to his family in this time. I met Ricky at Apostolic Bible Institute in the 90s. We visited him in Cadillac, Michigan when he first took the church there. MayGod’s Comfort surround the family.
Bonnie Mallard-Youngblood
Tuesday, November 26, 2024
Praying God's grace to cover and surround your family n children. I know the father will say " well done my faithful servant " .
Sheila Mallard padilla
Tuesday, November 26, 2024
Sending prayers,Thoughts and condolences
Kristena Langwell
Tuesday, November 26, 2024
So sad prayers for the family
John LeMaire
Tuesday, November 26, 2024
I haven’t had to fight off the tears until now. Some are preachers by profession, Rick was a preacher by passion. A man of prayer, fasting, and study; not to receive a word for his next sermon, but because he loved the one it was all for.
Rick is (not was) a dear and cherished friend.
#ForeverFriends
Hannah Barnes
Tuesday, November 26, 2024
I love you Uncle Ricky!
Raeanna Ward
Tuesday, November 26, 2024
Dad, I love you so much. Wish we could’ve spent more time together before you passed, but I’m glad that I was with you your last days. I’ll forever miss your weird dad jokes that I secretly liked and your advice that I never wanted. You were an amazing inspiration to everyone you met but mostly me.
Allen
Tuesday, November 26, 2024
Love you Dad!
Raeanna Ward
Tuesday, November 26, 2024
Angela Fawn McBroom (Ward) Wanderaas
Tuesday, November 26, 2024
We love you buddy. Amber, Allen, Rae and I will miss you but we will see you again in glory. Whistle in Heaven as your dancing on streets of gold. Have all the questions answered when we get there. Thanks for sharing part of your life with me and being a father to the kids.