James Joseph Ward Obituary

We are sad to announce that, on October 31, 2025, at the age of 94, James Joseph Ward (La Mesa, California), born in Waukegan, Illinois passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his sisters, Rosemary Rutherford and Susan Elizabeth Ward. He is survived by: his children, William Ward, Diana Ward and Jamie Ohanesian; his former wife Marilyn Adams; his wife Penny; his stepson Dominic Monacchio; his sister Patricia Varnum; and his grandchildren, Chelsea Ohanesian, Shelbie Newman, Chad Ward, Dylan Ward, Hailey Johnson and Marco Monacchio.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Kensington Community Church, 4773 Marlborough Dr., San Diego Ca 92116.