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RICHARD JAMES WARD

Date of Passing: Jul 18, 2015

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RICHARD JAMES WARD It is with heavy hearts that we announce the untimely passing of Richard James Ward on July 18, 2015 at the age of 52. Left to forever cherish Richard's memory are his wife Kathleen Audrey (Bachl) and his sons Zachary James and Joshua Benjamin; his siblings, Donna (Tony) Teunis, Linda Deneweth, John (Sheinha) Ward, Patrica (Nick) Garrioch, Carol (Ron) Coburn, James Ward, Sharon (Jeff) Kitchen, Joseph (Chantal) Ward, and Michael (Estelle) Ward, Kathleen's parents and siblings, Audrey and Jack MacKenzie, and Ben and Mary Bachl, Ben (Caroline) Bachl, and Diane (Herbert) Lausch, many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Harold James Ward, Mary Mae Theresa (Scoffield) Ward, and Pauline (Daniels) Ward. Celebration of Life will be on Saturday, July 25, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. at Thomson "In the Park" Funeral Home, 1291 McGillivray Blvd., Winnipeg, Manitoba. For those who wish, donations can be made to a charity of your choice.
Publish Date: Jul 23, 2015

RICHARD JAMES WARD Suddenly on July 18, 2015 near Thunder Bay, ON, Richard James Ward passed away at the age of 52. A memorial service is being planned and a full obituary will follow later.
Publish Date: Jul 21, 2015

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 23, 2015

Condolences & Memories (11 entries)

  • We were shocked and saddened to hear of Richard's untimely passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Kathleen and his children and all the Ward family. Our very deepest condolences. - Posted by: Dave and Nancy Daniels (Step Brother and Sister-in-law) on: Jul 27, 2015

  • John and I are saddened to hear of Richard's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with Kathleen, his children and the Ward family. - Posted by: Faye Damm (Step Sister) on: Jul 26, 2015

  • Our sincere sympathies to you and your family. My memories of Rick go back to starting our first day of nursing together 28 years ago. He was a great colleague and friend. He always made me smile and will be missed.....Audrey / Dale Weiss - Posted by: Audrey Weiss (friend / coworker) on: Jul 26, 2015

  • Our prayers and sympathies go out to the entire family during this hard time. - Posted by: Bill & Robin McCausland (Carol's friends) on: Jul 25, 2015

  • May the comfort of his wonderful memories fill your hearts today and always as you keep him alive in celebration of his life. I know personally that he made an impression on my life that will always bring a smile. To Kathleen and the whole family - my heart goes out to you - strength be with you today and always. Love you all. - Posted by: Mel Young (cousin) on: Jul 25, 2015

  • As a newer soon to be a member of this family I will say this Richard was the first one to accept me as one of them and immediately treated me as one of his own nephews. He was always kind, funny, and always willing to share stories and his journeys through life. He will be greatly missed by myself and others of the family. - Posted by: Renato Faria (soon to be nephew in law) on: Jul 23, 2015

  • June and I express our deepest condolences to the family and will hold a fond remembrance of Richard and his service to our Country. - Posted by: David Storey (Family Friend) on: Jul 23, 2015

  • Having had the opportunity to work with Rick through 23 Health Services, I am deeply saddened by his passing. My sincerest condolences go out to his family, friends and acquaintances. Forever in our hearts. - Posted by: Dianne Hyra-Kuzenko (retired Nursing Captain) (Canadian Forces 17 Field Ambulance) on: Jul 23, 2015

  • I had served many years with Rick in 17 field ambulance. He was a good friend and colleague all of that time. He will be missed by many. My sympathy goes out to his family. - Posted by: Richard dubowits (Friend) on: Jul 23, 2015

  • My memories of Richard will be that he was Always kind, Always easygoing and Always had a twinkle in his eye! He was a great guy. My sincere sympathies to his family. May your cherished memories of Richard give you comfort. - Posted by: Shelleen Stoesz (Friend) on: Jul 23, 2015

  • I was truly sadden when I heard of Richard's passing. My thoughts are of him and his family at this time. - Posted by: Bill Maciura (Friend) on: Jul 23, 2015

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