Jo Ellen Ward Obituary

We are sad to announce that, on January 17, 2026, at the age of 82, Jo Ellen Ward of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

Though her name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Jo leaves upon the hearts of her loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of her spirit and the richness of her legacy.

She was predeceased by: her parents, John Lewis Wood and Priscilla Taylor Wood (Taylor); her brothers, Edward Wood (Barbara Wood) and Philip Wood; and her brother-in-law Carl Nicolas.

She is survived by: her sons, Greg Ward (Lori), Eric Ward (Sun) and Sean Ward (Kathy); and her siblings, Jackie Nicolas, Carol Holden (Steve), David Wood (Doresa) and Tommy Wood.