Richard Ward Sr. Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Richard Ward Sr. of Marlborough, New York, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Richard left this world on May 13, 2026 at the age of 91, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Richard A. Ward and Mabel Thompson Ward; his great-grandparent Snookie; his wife Joanne L. Elliott Ward; his daughter Cheryl Lynn Ward; and his siblings, Madora Trentch, Barbara Sexton and James Ward.
He is survived by: his children, Renee', Bill Borchert of Marlboro, Rich and Jen Ward of Cornwall; his siblings, Anne Valentino of Marlboro, Fred Ward of Highland and Artie Ward of Florida; his grandchildren, Dr. William Borchert, Abby, Drew Row, Emily, Eric Borchert, Jake Ward, Neal and Jake Pryne; and his great grandchild Miss Campbell J. Row. He is also survived by nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 21st 2026 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Brooks Funeral Home (481 Gidney Ave, Newburgh, NY 12550). A funeral service will be held on Thursday, May 21st 2026 at 6:30 PM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in memory of Snookie to Christ Episcopal Church, P.O. Box 27, Marlboro, NY 12542.
