Douglas Ray Ward Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Douglas Ray Ward of Bolivar, Missouri, who passed away on October 4, 2025 at the age of 61. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

Though Douglas has departed this earthly realm, his legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May his spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Ray Ward and Melva Ward. He is survived by: his wife Julia Ward; his brothers, Tony Ward (Cindy), Ronnie Ward and David Ward; and his stepchildren, Deana McIntosh (Adam), Sarah Wilkinson (John), Rachel Dees (Billy) and Josh Scheppmann (Debra). He is also survived by 15 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren.

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