of Helena, AR
July 26, 1944 - November 6, 2016
Carroll Ward, 72, of Helena, Arkansas passed away Sunday, November 6, 2016 at Hernando, Mississippi. Mr. Ward was born July 26, 1944 at Helena to the late Buck Ward and Geneva Lovell Ward Palmer. He was a well-known farm equipment mechanic, Boy Scout Leader, and was of the Baptist faith. He loved hunting, fishing and baking. His specialty was pecan pies which everyone loved.
Mr. Ward is survived by one son, Brian Ward (Amy) of Holly Grove, Arkansas; two daughters, Denise Pearson (John) of Benton, Arkansas and Chris Mills (Randy) of Oxford, Mississippi; nine grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; his mother, Geneva Palmer of Elaine, Arkansas; two sisters; three brothers; a special friend, Lucy Sands; and a host of nieces, nephews and extended family.
He was preceded in death by his father; wife, Carolyn Faye Ward; granddaughter, Joy Mills Henry; and nephew, Brent Ward.
Funeral services for Carroll Ward will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, November 11, 2016 at the Elaine Baptist Church. Visitation will be held prior to services beginning at 1:00. Burial will be at Sunset Memorial Park in West Helena. Brother Luke Watson will officiate.
Pallbearers will be his grandsons, Tyler Willis, Michael Mills, Hunter Willis, Jason Willis, Shane Mills, Peyton Ward.
In lieu of flowers the family request memorials be sent to the American Cancer Society, 901 N.University Avenue, Little Rock, Arkansas 72207.
Services will be directed by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena (870) 572-2571.
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15 Condolence(s)
Richard Roberts
Tuesday, November 15, 2016
Denise, Chris & Brian,
I'm so sorry about the loss of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you & your family.
Richard Roberts
Larry Johnston
Saturday, November 12, 2016
Sorry to hear of the loss of Mr. Cay God give you comfort and strength during this time of loss.
(Lovell's) Paul, Charles, David and Linda
Friday, November 11, 2016
The family is in our thoughts and prayers during this time.
HARMONY KALB
Friday, November 11, 2016
To the Ward family, I got to know Carroll through Mr Mike Taylor and Michael Taylor, Jr. He always brightened our day when he would come to visit on the farm. We will miss him and his pecan pies that he would often bake and deliver to us. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Joyce Stanford
Thursday, November 10, 2016
Brian and family. My deepest sympathy to your family as you deal with the difficult loss of you father. Losing a parent is not easy no matter your age or theirs. May God grant you peace and, comfort and strength to carry you through this. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
Peggy Webster
Thursday, November 10, 2016
Brian, I am so grateful you called this morning to tell me about your dad. I have such good memories of Carroll at Southern Implement . I notice there is a John Deere tractor on your memorial page. I should have put one on Jimmy's. His obituary may still be on this website if you would like to read it. He died on Sept. 29. Even though you and I are grieving we are happy we will someday be reunited with them. I send love to your family with gratitude that you were all part of our lives. Peggy Webster
Fay Shockley O'Conner
Thursday, November 10, 2016
I'm so sorry to hear of Carroll's passing. I remember him from school and the kind and sweet person he was. Prayers for the family and friends. Fay Shockley O'Conner
Janice Spakes
Thursday, November 10, 2016
Thoughts and prayers are with you all as you say goodby to an awesome father/grandfather, now and in the days ahead. Praying you can find strength in all your wonderful memories you have of your dad and grandfather. Love you all!!
Jo Ann knight
Wednesday, November 9, 2016
We were so sorry to hear about Carroll. Visited with him at school reunion. He was a good man & will b missed. Rejoice that he will join his loved ones gone before him. God bless each of you.
Teresa Knapp Gordon
Wednesday, November 9, 2016
I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Carroll's passing. My prayers are with all of you as you celebrate his life.
Millard
Wednesday, November 9, 2016
I Went to School with Carroll, I can Remember him Well, He Love to Dance, and he Was Good, he was also a Great Mild Mannered patient Person, . He will be Missed. God Bless his Family!
Rusty Porter
Tuesday, November 8, 2016
So sad to read the notice. He was always a fine person to work with and be around. He created memories and I have many of our scouting days. Prayers for the family for comfort and peace.
We will miss his presence but will remember him always as the result of his life.
Rusty Porter
Pam Ward Cooper
Tuesday, November 8, 2016
Denise, Chris and Brian and families, My heart breaks for your loss. Carroll was a quiet and gentle man. I loved him and all of you very much. He's now hunting and fishing in a very quiet and peaceful place now. My prayers are with all of you. God will comfort you during this time. He's always there for you..
Love all of you,
Pam W. Cooper
Curtis & Vicky Crisp
Tuesday, November 8, 2016
Sorry to hear of Carroll's passing away, He was a great Friend to me for nearly Sixty years, I have often said Carroll was my oldest Friend I had, Carroll as an Employee was always there, Excellent Worker, and would do anything you ask of him, May God Surround each of his Family and Friends and Comfort each one.
Roland & Clara Williamson
Tuesday, November 8, 2016
Brian, Denise & Chris so very sorry to learn of your Dad's passing. May God 's love give you comfort at this sad time.