It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Richard Ellison Ward of Cottageville, West Virginia, born in Middleport, Ohio, who passed away on April 5, 2024, at the age of 85, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Richard Ellison Ward to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Randolph Ervin and Mary Virginia Murray Ward; and his sisters, Mary Lou and Darylene. He is survived by : his wife Lillian Ruth Shingleton Ward; his children, Richard T. Ward (Donnella), Cheryl A. Ward and Michael A. Ward (Betty L.); his granddaughters, Jessica, Kathy and Natalie; and his niece Kathy Stanley.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Roush Funeral Home