Donald Gene Ward

January 12, 1942 - March 30, 2025 (83 years old)

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Donald Gene Ward

January 12, 1942 - March 30, 2025 (83 years old)

Salem, Arkansas

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Donald Gene Ward Obituary

The passing of Donald Gene Ward of Salem, Arkansas leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on March 30, 2025 at the age of 83. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Donald Gene Ward to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, T. C. Ward and Vera Lorea Ward (Caruthers); and his brothers-in-law, David Jennings, Mickey Oliver and Gary Branscum.

He is survived by: his wife Joyce Ward of Salem, Arkansas; his sons, Lanny Ward (Janet) of Salem and Kyle Ward (Michelle) of Salem, Arkansas; his grandchildren, Andrew Ward (Brittany), Kayla Overman (Blaine), Haley Skaggs (Dylan), Brooke Robbins (Austin), Bailey Reed (Blake), Whitney Roberson (Ryan) and Hanna Ward (T. W. Langevin); his great grandchildren, Olivia, Tinlee, Karsyn, Rylee Jo, Addison and Nash; and his sisters, Barbara Jennings of Ash Flat, Judy Oliver of Salem and Lenisa Branscum of Salem, Arkansas. He is also survived by many other relatives and friends.

Memorials may be made to the Salem Cemetery in Salem, Arkansas.

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March 31, 2025

Ladena Gaylene Vanhook wrote a sympathy message

“Joyce I was so sad to learn about the passing of your husband. I was there for Neals service and looked for you thought maybe just missed you. Prayers for you as you adjust to life without Donald.”

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Barker Funeral Home
857 Hwy 62 W, Salem, AR 72576

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Salem Cemetery
401 S Main St, Salem, AR 72576

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