James Richard Ward Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate James Richard Ward in Ronceverte, West Virginia, whose life came to an end on January 25, 2026 at the age of 87, leaving behind cherished memories. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of James Richard Ward to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Stewart Ward and Nannie Reynolds Ward; his daughter Deborah Dunbar; and his sisters, Virginia Miller and Wanda Pence.
He is survived by: his wife Patricia Hoke Ward; his daughter Sandra Arthur; his son-in-law Danny Dunbar; his granddaughter Nikki Weikle (Josh); his stepgrandchildren, Danny Dunbar Jr. (Autumn) and Melody Spence (Danny); his great grandchildren, Jaxson and Kinley Weikle; and his stepgreat-grandchildren, Zach East, Danni Dunbar, Ireland Dunbar and Rogan Dunbar. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews.
