Fred Ward Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Fred Ward of Franklin, Ohio, born in Saint Johns, Michigan, who passed away on July 20, 2024, at the age of 91, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Rev. J. Lawrence Ward and Katherine Elizabeth Ward (Post). He is survived by: his wife Vera E. Ward; his children, Mark Lawrence Ward, Paul Douglas Ward (Rita) and Tamara Elizabeth Ward; his grandson Ryan Sheets (Briana); his stepgrandsons, Craig Rinderle and Dylan Rinderle (Megan); and his great grandchild Gracie Sheets. He is also survived by many extended family and friends.
If desired, memorial contributions in honor of Fred may be made to the Christ United Methodist Church, 700 S. Marshall Road, Middletown, OH 45044, or to the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra (care of Dayton Performing Arts Alliance, 126 North Main St. Suite 210, Dayton OH 45402), which he enjoyed and supported for many years.
