Vattie Ward Obituary
The world bids farewell to Vattie Ward of Jacksonville, North Carolina, departing on August 5, 2025 at the age of 74. Vattie leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Vattie Ward to show support.
As Vattie departs from our midst, their spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Vattie. Though Vattie may no longer walk beside us, their legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
Vattie was loved and cherished by many people including: daughter Maria L. Clayton (Anthony) of Jacksonville, NC; stepchildren, Errol Ward, Jr. of Durham, NC, Anna Matthews (Joseph) of Jacksonville, NC and Linda Ward of Waco, TX; and siblings, Herman L. Rhodes of Jacksonville, NC, Fedora McCoy of Hampton, VA and Truman J. Melvin (Kyong) of Columbus, GA.
Viewing was held on Wednesday, August 13th 2025 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at the Saunders Funeral Home (210 Bell Fork Rd, Jacksonville, NC 28540). A funeral service was held on Wednesday, August 13th 2025 at 1:00 PM at the same location.
