John Thomas Ward, 82, of Lexington, KY, beloved father and Pap, went to be with his Savior on January 25, 2023, after an extended illness.
He was born July 31, 1940 to the late Clarence and Alice Ward.
He married his sweetheart of 63 years, Patricia Hamm Ward, on August 1, 1959. She preceded him to heaven on August 27, 2022. He was a graduate of Raceland High School, class of '58, and the University of Kentucky. He was a retired Allstate insurance agent. He was a longstanding member and deacon of Gardenside Baptist Church, and his family would like to thank the members for their prayers, kind thoughts, and cards of support. He also loved playing golf with his son Joe, and cheering on his UK Wildcats.
Surviving are 3 children, Steven Ward, Cheri Tappan (Randy), and Joseph Ward. Also surviving are 3 grandchildren, Chase Hebert (Heidy), Emily Ward, and Sarah Ward. Also surviving are numerous nephews and nieces. Besides his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Paul Ward, his in-laws Ernest and Emma Hamm, his brothers-in-law Daniel and Donald Hamm, and his sister-in-law Carol Hamm Music.
Funeral service will be held at 6pm on Monday, January 30, at Kerr Brothers Funeral Home, Harrodsburg Rd., Lexington KY, officiated by Pastor Donnie White, with visitation from 5-6 pm.
A graveside service will be held at 1pm on Tuesday, January 31, at Bellefonte Memorial Gardens, Flatwoods, KY.
Carman Funeral Home is caring for local arrangements.