of Lamar, AR
November 13, 1948 - September 4, 2023
Richard Ward, 74, died Monday, September 4, 2023 at his home in Lamar. He was born November 13, 1948 in Kenton, Ohio to Harold Leroy and Ruth Ann Ward. Richard was deeply devoted to his family and spent much of his time fixing and building things around the home just as his wife, Deby, wanted them. He was very proud of his lawn and enjoyed playing softball. Richard served his country in the United States Navy.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Ruth Ann Ward.
Richard is survived by his loving wife, Deby Ward; two daughters, Alicia Goodin and husband, Dawayne and Andrea Ward; two grandchildren, Kaitlyn McNamee and husband, Colten and Aaron Goodin; one great-grandchild, Harper Rose McNamee; two brothers, James Ward and Thomas Ward and one sister, Barbara Hayes.
A visitation will be 5-7 p.m. Friday, September 8, 2023 at Roller-Cox Funeral Home Chapel. A funeral service will be 2 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home followed by burial at Holman Cemetery.
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9 Condolence(s)
Patsy casbon
Saturday, September 9, 2023
I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm praying for you
Chelie Jensen
Saturday, September 9, 2023
My son, Dustin Jensen and I both had the privilege of working with Rick. Me at the Clarksville Nursing Home and Dustin at Haynes. He was our Ohio guy as I’m also from Ohio and would message me “I’m going home what do you wantâ€. He’s such a wonderful caring man and I know Deby and the kids will always have the best memories to share. I’m so sorry for your loss. Many blessings to you Deby and the family.
Barb Hayes
Friday, September 8, 2023
I lost a brother and best best friend this week. I’m going to miss are talks on the phone about what happen to us that day. My heart goes out to his family. We always ended our talks with “ I love you moreâ€
GladysBrown
Friday, September 8, 2023
I have known Richard since our Singer days and was a wonderful man to work with! RIP Rick,and thank you for your friendship
Amy Downey
Thursday, September 7, 2023
A great friend to my husband and myself. We our thankful for the wonderful memories we have made over the years. He will be missed.
The McNamees
Thursday, September 7, 2023
We love all of you..We will be thinking of you in the coming days. Please let us know if you need anything..
Denise & Leo Elkin
Thursday, September 7, 2023
We are so sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Leo and Denise Elkin
Sandi Johnson west
Wednesday, September 6, 2023
Deby and girls So sorry to hear of Richard’s passing. He was a good neighbor. Thoughts and hugs.
Lulu"May
Tuesday, September 5, 2023
Sorry fir uour loss, Rich was a true friend and Coworker, my God bless the family in Jesus name Amen.