Richard Lewis Ward Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Richard Lewis Ward of Rutherfordton, North Carolina, who passed away on September 1, 2025 at the age of 89. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Richard Lewis Ward to pay them a last tribute.
As we bid farewell to this luminous soul, let his loved ones carry forward the torch of his memory, illuminating the path ahead with the warmth of his love and the brilliance of his spirit. Though Richard may journey beyond the horizon of our sight, his essence remains woven into the very fabric of our being — a guiding light in the darkness, a beacon of hope in the night.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Richard Ward and Essie Walker Ward; and his sisters, Marjorie White, Lillian Gibson and Louise Haulk.
He is survived by: his wife Joyce Conner Ward; and his siblings-in-law, George Conner, Linda Conner Waters and Kathy Ware Conner. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and many many dear friends.
