Sean M. Ward Obituary

Name: Visitation
Start: 2025-10-30T21:00:00
End: 2025-10-31T00:00:00
Location: Forsythe Gould Funeral Home

We bid farewell to Sean M. Ward of Elwood, Illinois, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on October 23, 2025 at the age of 53. Sean touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Sean M. Ward to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his nephew Adam Calkins; his stepfather Stephen Horath; and his brother-in-law Keith Calkins. He is survived by: his wife Cindi Ward; his daughter Elizabeth Geddings (Kendall); his parents, Annette Horath and James A. Ward Sr.; his stepson Dillon Schaffnit; his siblings, James A. Ward Jr. (Buffy) and Jennifer Calkins; his nephews, Zach Calkins, Logan Ward (Bailie), Hayden Ward (Mikayla) and Devin Ward; and his great-nephews, Hudson, Gryffin and Marshall.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Forsythe Gould Funeral Home, Inc.

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October 27, 2025

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October 27, 2025

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October 27, 2025

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“Sean was a light in my world, and I treasure the memories I have growing up with him in the old neighborhood. Cub Scouts, riding bikes, playing sandlot football and baseball, organized baseball. Sean was always a fun person to be around, and I am really glad I got to grow up with him around. I am so sorry for your loss, and we will be sorely missed.”