Edward Allen Ward
November 25, 1943 - July 31, 2020
Charleston, WV
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Edward Allen Ward
November 25, 1943 - July 31, 2020
Charleston, WV
Obituary
Edward Allen Ward, 76, of Charleston, passed away on Friday, July 31, 2020 at the Arthur B. Hodges Center, Charleston.
He was born on November 25, 1943 to the late Mildred and Kenneth E. Ward of Clay.
Allen was a graduate of Clay High School and West Virginia University College of Engineering, where he also received his Masters in Chemical Engineering. Additionally, at WVU he was a proud member of the social fraternity, Lambda Chi Alpha.
He was employed at E.I. DuPont at the Nemours Plant in Belle retiring at the age of 57, after 38 years of service.
Allen was a member of Christ Church United Methodist, Charleston, an active member of the Charleston Ski Club and a supporter of the West Virginia Symphony Orchestra. He also enjoyed playing golf, hiking, skiing and traveling with his family, especially to Yellowstone National Park.
He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Nancy Worrell Ward; son, Kenneth Donald Ward of Atlanta, GA; daughter, Betsy Lynne Ward of Alpharetta, GA; brother, Kenneth Arden (Carol) Ward of Pearland, TX; nephews, Garry and Carl Ward; cousin, Ruth Ann Lyle of Mount Airy, NC and her son John Durham .
Due to COVID -19, the services will be private at Barlow Bonsall Funeral Home, Charleston. Allen will be entombed at Elk Hills Memorial Park Mausoleum, Big Chimney.
In lieu of flowers the family is suggesting donations be made to; Kenneth and Mildred Ward Scholarship for Clay County High School Students excelling in Math and Science, via the Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation Scholarship Committee, 900 Lee Street East, 16th Floor, Charleston, WV 25301 and/or Christ Church United Methodist, 1221 Quarrier St. Charleston, WV 25301.
Condolences may be sent to the family at:www.barlowbonsall.com .
Barlow Bonsall Funeral Home, Charleston has been entrusted with the arrangements.
Below is a copy of the link for live streaming for Allen Ward’s service which starts at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, August 6, 2020.
17 responses to Edward Allen Ward
Carole Peters says:
August 5, 2020
My deepest sympathies on the passing of your father. I know you are very sad, and he will be sorely missed in your life. May God give you peace. Sending prayers of healing to you and all your family.
Fred and Anne Giersch says:
August 4, 2020
We are so sorry for your loss. I have many fond memories of you and Allen from Morgantown.
Al and Andy Cassier says:
August 4, 2020
Nancy and Family,
We are very sorry for your loss. My son and I enjoyed hanging out with Al on ski trips with the Kanawha Ski Club. He was a passionate skier and a diehard
Mountaineer sports fan. I will always remember him on a sunny March day,
ripping down a mountainside with a smile on his face. We are grateful to have known him.
Eric Hoag says:
August 4, 2020
Dear Nancy – Pat and I are are so saddened by Al’s passing – a close friend for over fifty years, a fierce but friendly competitor on the golf course. He contributed greatly to three different major operations at the Belle Plant. We will miss him.
God bless you and God speed Al.
Debbie James says:
August 4, 2020
Nancy and family, please accept my heartfelt condolences on Al’s passing. May your loving memories sustain you at this difficult time. Praying for your peace and comfort.