Carl Edistor Ward Jr. Obituary
The family of Carl Edistor Ward Jr. of Poquoson, Virginia announces his passing on July 29, 2026. Carl, born on June 7, 1944, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Carl Edistor Ward Jr. to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Carl E. Ward, Sr. and Eva Evans Ward; and his sisters, Joy Robinson and Sylvia Wood. He is survived by: his wife Dorothy Ward; his daughters, Rebecca Shamblin (Robert) and Cassie Rodgers (Brett); his grandchildren, Bobby Shamblin (Nicole), Ashley VanFleet (Josiah), Jonathan Rodgers (Brittany), Esther Rodgers, Laura Wasileski (Justin) and Christopher Rodgers; and his great grandchildren, Micaiah, Isla, Aaliyah, Petra, Ezekiel, Uriah, Lucy, Judah, Cora, Charlie, James and Penny. He is also survived by extended family, including many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Poquoson Volunteer Fire/Rescue Department, to which he dedicated his life (P.O. Box 2404, Poquoson, VA 23662).
