Martha L. Ward Obituary
We bid farewell to Martha L. Ward of West Lafayette, Indiana, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on February 6, 2026 at the age of 92. Martha touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Ruhl Reed and Aileen Reed (Browning); and her siblings, Betty Grannemann (Hillard), Jean O'ffill and James R. Reed.
She is survived by: her husband Willard D. Ward of West Lafayette; her children, Cynthia Coffey (Robert) of West Lafayette, IN, Donna Yarbrough (Danny) of Stoneville, NC, Thomas Ward of Gas City, IN and Janet Lippold (Roger) of Warsaw, IN; her sister Sandra Herman (James) of Fort Wayne, IN; her grandchildren, Shelby, Alec, Josie, Pierce, Rayce Ward, Ryan (Kaitlyn) and Kyle Lippold (Emily); and her great grandchildren, Eli and Evan Lippold.
Memorial contributions in Martha's name may be given to the Salvation Army, 1110 Union Street, Lafayette, IN 47904.
