James Thomas Ward Obituary
We bid farewell to James Thomas Ward of Columbus, Michigan, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on January 10, 2026 at the age of 66. James 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.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Gerald Ward and Verlyn Ward; his daughter Samantha; his brothers, Michael Ward and Gerald Ward (Jay); his in-laws, Lawrence and Margaret Naeyaert; and his brothers-in-law, Thomas Zauner, Eugene Jagoda Jr. The and Jim.
He is survived by: his niece Erin Podgorski; his wife Peggy; his daughters, Kelly Skokna (James), Christy Henninger (Joseph) and Karen Warner (Jake); his grandchildren, Lucas, Jack Skokna, Clare Henninger, Sawyer and Michael Warner; his siblings, Kathryn Peace (Charles), Sheila Zauner and Richard Ward (Marian); and his siblings-in-law, Charlotte Ward, Rebecca Jagoda, Jennifer Shoobridge (Ed), Rochelle Wessel (Carl), Michelle Steffen (Jeff), Kathleen Naeyaert, Mildred Hamblin (George), Lawrence Naeyaert (Colleen), Jacob Naeyaert (Vicki) and Joseph Naeyaert (Heather). He is also survived by nephews, nieces, and cousins.
Memorials are suggested to "Wishes of the Family". Keep James "Jim"'s legacy alive by donating to a charity in need.
