Joe Leroy Ward Sr. Obituary

Name: Visitation
Start: 2025-09-19T15:00:00
End: 2025-09-19T16:00:00
Location: Cotrell Willow Ridge Funeral & Cremation Services

In loving memory of Joe Leroy Ward Sr. of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, who departed this world on September 12, 2025 at the age of 82. Joe leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Joe Leroy Ward Sr. to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, George W. Ward and Naomi Ward; and his wife Suzy Ward. He is survived by: his sons, Joe L. Ward, Jr. and Michael A. Ward; his grandchildren, Michael A. Ward Jr., Stephanie and Sara Mills (Ben); his sister Deanna Underwood; and his niece Kimberly Frey (James).

In lieu of flowers please donate to your favorite charity.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
COTRELL FUNERAL SERVICE

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Sep 19

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Cotrell Willow Ridge Funeral & Cremation Services
1100 Iron Bridge Rd, Poplar Bluff, MO 63901

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Sep 19

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Cotrell Willow Ridge Funeral & Cremation Services
1100 Iron Bridge Rd, Poplar Bluff, MO 63901

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