James Ernest Ward Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of James Ernest Ward of Starke, Florida, born in Chiefland, Florida, who passed away on January 3, 2021, at the age of 82, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Ernest Ward to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Ernest Ward and Violet Arrington Ward. He is survived by: his girlfriend Connie Wiggins of Starke, FL; his children, Troy Ward (Melissa) of Interlachen, FL, Stephen Ward (Deedee) of McDonough, GA, Greg Wiggins (Jane) of Afton, VA, Lance Wiggins (Stefanie) of Brooker, FL and Charmin Crawford (Eric) of Lake Butler, FL; his siblings, Winston Ward (Melba) of Chiefland, FL and Sue Smith (Robert) of Gainesville, FL; his grandchildren, Ashton Ward, Andrew Ward, Clayton Ward, Grant, Gracen, Gabe, Garrison Wiggins, Lindsey, Brooklyn Wiggins, Harlee, Falyn, Eli Rimes and Christopher Welch (Megan); and his great grandchildren, Ryker and Sawyer Welch. He is also survived by many extended family members and friends.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to North Florida Technical College, 609 North Orange Street, Starke, FL 32091 for the Jim Ward Memorial Scholarship fund.
