Rick A. Ward Obituary
We are sad to announce that, on January 17, 2026, at the age of 75, Rick A. Ward of Springdale, Arkansas passed away. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Rick A. Ward to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, James M. Ward and Catherine Ward (Crossley); and his siblings, Kathy McDonald, Penny Kathleen Lawson, Gregory Matthew Ward, Philip Anthony Ward and James Steven Ward.
He is survived by: his wife Peggy; his children, Ryan Ward (Tera) of Severance Colorado, Haley Ward of Magnolia and Shanna Adcock (Alan) of Mena; his grandchildren, Tucker Ward, Eli Fields, Kingston Norman, Quentin Adcock and Emma Adcock; his siblings, April Hesselbein (Tom) and Tracy Ward; and his siblings-in-law, Casey Ward and Larry Lawson.
In lieu of flowers, you may donate to the Polk County Library (410 8th St., Mena, AR 71953) or to UARM Foundation (1100 College Dr., Mena, AR 71953) designated for the UARM library or scholarships supporting education majors.
