Shirley Underwood Ward Obituary
We are sad to announce that on January 1, 2025, at the age of 89, Shirley Underwood Ward of Chesterfield, Virginia passed away. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Shirley Underwood Ward to pay them a last tribute.
As we bid farewell to this cherished soul, solace is taken in the memories held dear — the laughter shared, the wisdom imparted, the moments of quiet reflection in their presence. Though Shirley Underwood may no longer walk among us, her spirit lives on in the echoes of her kindness, the warmth of her embrace, and the light of her enduring love.
She was predeceased by: her husband Bernard Douglas Ward. She is survived by: her daughters, Darlene W. Ash (Raymond) and Deborah L. Ward; her grandchildren, Raymond Douglas Ash III, Clayton Thomas Ash (Brittany) and Donnie Roland Ash (Rachel); and her great grandchildren, Wade, Carson, Roland, Declan and Lyla.
Visitation was held on Wednesday, January 8th 2025 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM and from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Bliley's (8510 Staples Mill Rd, Richmond, VA 23228). A graveside service was held on Thursday, January 9th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Signal Hill Memorial Park (12360 Hanover Courthouse Rd, Hanover, VA 23069).