Peter Ward Obituary
The family announces the passing of Peter Ward of Somerville, New Jersey on October 4, 2026. Peter, born on February 6, 1939, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. 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 Peter Ward to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Walter Nestwood Ward and Olive Ward; his siblings, Ronald Ward, George Ward and Noreen Mohammed; and his brothers-in-law, Phillip Choy "Abdul" and John Fox.
He is survived by: his wife Nesta "Gem" Ward; his children, Dwayne Ward (Marie Ward) and Natalie Cortes (Christian Cortes); his granddaughters, Nadia Saez, Danielle Ward and Alejandra Cortes; his great grandchild Donato Cortes; his siblings, Winston Ward, Franklin Ward and Kathleen Hingwan; and his siblings-in-law, Maurice Choy (Merle Choy), Dennis Choy (Harun) and Megan Fox. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.
Visitation will be held on Monday, October 12th 2026 from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Cuoco Funeral & Cremation Services Funeral Home (10 West End Ave, Somerville, NJ 08876). A funeral service will be held on Monday, October 12th 2026 at 7:00 PM at the same location.
