Carole Ward Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Carole Ward of Des Moines, Iowa, born in Dallas, Texas, whose life came to an end on June 4, 2025 at the age of 90, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Caroline "Kelly" Burhig Shoemaker and Dwight D. Shoemaker; her in-laws, Ena and Harry Ward; her brothers-in-law, Harry "Bud" Ward and David Ward; her son-in-law Tom Jochum; her granddaughter Sarah Jochum; and her nephew Morey Ward.
She is survived by: her husband Jack; her grandchildren, Bob Ward, Becky Zantout (Alan), Shenelle Seals (Jeff), Shawn Simpson (Jessica), Sam Jochum, Jack Jochum, Anna Jochum, Izzy Jochum, Max Ward, Davis Ward, Claire Ward, William Schauwecker (Carrie), Charlie Schauwecker, Harry Schauwecker and Margaret Schauwecker; her great grandchildren, Kaeden Simpson, Lottie Seals, Cece Zantout, Ward Zantout, Zara Zantout and Beau Schauwecker; and her sisters-in-law, Alice Ward Engelbrecht and Gloria Ward.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Holy Trinity Catholic Church, EveryStep Hospice - Kavanagh House, or Iowa Democratic Party.
