James Arthur Ward

Sigh. It's really hard to put into words how special a dear friend is, especially one like James. Those nineteen days he spent here in Farmerville during Hurricane Rita are memories that we still cherish, still smile about, still feel the impact of a Godly man in our home. Then the frequent phone calls....usually asking us to join with him in prayer for some request.... The world has definitely lost one of its best.
And the many good laughs still echo, too--like his super-size Jif sandwiches, calling Dennis an "ol' Buzzard", and I always knew that if I ever had any trouble with Dennis, James was on my side and would straighten him out in a heartbeat! :D
Carolyn, Cherise, Michele, Jana, Melba, and Babe our prayers are with you all. You are so precious to us. May God be with you and keep you close. Love, Kathy & Dennis Patterson

So sorry about Mr. Ward's passing. He was always very kind and patient...especially when I was a little girl and came over for sleepovers with Jana! I know he will be missed.

My prayers are with you all during this time of sadness. Your memories and mine will last us a lifetime of the good man James was. He is healed and happy now with his Heavenly Father.

WE ARE SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT JAMES. HE WAS SUCH A SPECIAL PERSON TO ME. WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER OUR TIME IN HIGH SCHOOL. JESSE, JAMES AND I WERE ALWAYS TOGETHER, FISHING,CRABING AND JUST DRIVING AROUND TOWN. OUR PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. SORRY WE ARE NOT ABLE TO GET TO THE SERVICES BUT OUR THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU.

Our Condolences to Carolyn, Melba, Margaret and all the family. James, my 1st cousin was about the same age as my sister, Joyce. They were 10 years older than I am so I didn't spend a lot of time with him. I will always remember that on one visit to Aunt Mae's and Uncle Elmer's, he gave me my first BB gun. Now that was very special to me. I know that he was a very good person and will be missed.

Love,
Jon and Sylvia Barker

Dear Carolyn, Jana, Cherise, and Michelle:
We are so sorry for the loss of your husband and father. He was such a great man and we have many fond memories of him. We hope that you can find comfort in your memories during this time. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. I am sorry that both my Mom and I have to work on Thursday morning and will be unable to attend the service, but know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless each of you. With love, Kelley Wheat Peck and Pat Wheat

Cherrise, Michele and Jana,
So sorry to hear of your Daddy's passing. Love and prayers for you all.
Blessings, Emily

Sis. Ward and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Bro. Ward was such a kind and loving man. We will never forget him and look forward to seeing him again at the great big mansion in the sky!
Love to you all, Mike and Tiffany Sanchez

Carolyn and Family,

We are sorry to learn of James' passing. James could say 'Hey Girl' like no one else when he called and you answered the phone. James was a sweetheart of a guy and one of my favorite cousins. He always had great stories to tell, and was so kind/caring. One of my favorite pictures of James was at the family reunions on Rusty's Run where he and Phil were wearing their aprons. I think they were frying fish for everyone. We will be praying for you today and in the weeks to come. Theresa & Tom Peoples

Glenna Utz (my cousin down the road) does not have a computer. I am sending her message for her.
She wants you to know she is thinking of you all and praying for you. She sends her love.