Richard Eugene Ward Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Richard Eugene Ward of Muncie, Indiana, who passed away on May 8, 2026, at the age of 93, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Richard Eugene Ward to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Carl Ward and Justine Ward (Anderson); and his wife Shelby Ward. He is survived by: his children, Jenny Coy (Raymond "RJ"), Carla Cole, Martin Ward and Mitch Gaar; his grandchildren, Galen, Mary, Colin and Kaitlyn Greiner (Ben); and his great grandchildren, Rei, Kobe, Keira, Kaleb, Joe, Terra, Ari, Gabriel, Marin, Damien and Jasmine.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Elm Ridge Funeral Home & Memorial Park

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