Murphy C. Ward Sr. Obituary
We announce the death of Murphy C. Ward Sr. of Edgewater Park, New Jersey, who passed away on August 23, 2026, at the age of 86. Murphy will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. 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, Kermit Ward and Ruby Ward; and his brothers, Lafayette "Jim" and Billy. He is survived by: his wife Barbara; his children, Beverly (Bob), Murphy Jr. (Cindy) and Kevin; his grandchildren, Melissa (Phillip), Leigh-Anne (Marissa) and Zachary; his great grandchildren, Emily and Jameson; and his siblings, Rossie, Ben, Alice, Donna and Rickey. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund 1530 Wilson Blvd, Suite 550, Arlington, VA 22209.
