Douglas Ward's obituary , Passed away on December 9, 2025 in Elyria, Ohio

Douglas Ward

August 5, 1940 - December 9, 2025 (85 years old)

Elyria, Ohio

Douglas Ward's obituary , Passed away on December 9, 2025 in Elyria, Ohio

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Dicken Funeral Home and Cremation Service

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Douglas Ward

August 5, 1940 - December 9, 2025 (85 years old)

Elyria, Ohio

Douglas Ward Obituary

We are sad to announce that on December 9, 2025, at the age of 85, Douglas Ward of Elyria, Ohio, born in Chicago, Illinois passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

As Douglas departs from our midst, his 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 Douglas. Though Douglas may no longer walk beside us, his legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Paul Ward and Annabelle Ward. He is survived by: his wife Katherine A.; his children, Steven Ward (Janelle) of Winter Park, FL and Molly Miller of Elyria; his grandchildren, Douglas Miller, Chelsea Miller and Bailey Schroeder; and his sister Susan Ward.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Dicken Funeral Home and Cremation Service



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