David James Ward's obituary , Passed away on February 16, 2020 in Des Moines, Iowa

David James Ward

September 16, 1937 - February 16, 2020 (82 years old)

Des Moines, Iowa

David James Ward's obituary , Passed away on February 16, 2020 in Des Moines, Iowa

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David James Ward

September 16, 1937 - February 16, 2020 (82 years old)

Des Moines, Iowa

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David James Ward Obituary

We are sad to announce that, on February 16, 2020 we had to say goodbye to David James Ward (Des Moines, Iowa). You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Harry Ward and Ena Ward; his son Morey John; and his brothers, Harry "Bud" of Sioux City and John R. "Jack" of Des Moines.

He is survived by: his wife Gloria; his daughters, Lori Ann Hall (Todd) of Orono, MN, Rio Verde and Lisa Ann Smith (Bob) of Clive; his grandchildren, Austin Hall, Colin Hall (Kristen) of St. Louis Park, MN, Brandon Hall (Jessica Freemark) of Chicago, IL, Keely Moede (Joe) of River Hills, WI, Haley Smith of St. Joseph, MN and Morey Smith of St. Paul, MN; his great grandchild Bennett Hall of St. Louis Park, MN; and his sisters-in-law, Alice Ward Engelbrecht of Polk City and Carole Ward of Des Moines.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Dowling Catholic High School, the Iowa Construction Career Institute for the Master Builders of Iowa's Scholarship Fund or the Edgewater Good Samaritan Fund.

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February 19, 2020

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February 19, 2020

Dan & Wendi Ward sent flowers

“In loving memory of David James Ward, May you be comforted by the outpouring of love surrounding you. Uncle Dave is going to be missed. His dedication to faith and family has always been an inspiration.”


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Feb 28

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St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church
7075 Ashworth Rd, West Des Moines, IA 50266

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Feb 28

Mass of Christian Burial

St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church
7075 Ashworth Rd, West Des Moines, IA 50266

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