"Judy and family, Sorry that i didn't make David's Memorial. Although it has been years since I saw you, I have such fond memories of our early days in the SCMTC. There were lots of fun functions that we attended together. i remember displaying our cars in the malls and dressing in period clothing. Seems like such a long time ago!! Don and I purchased that big GMC to use at our cabin from David. It did the job for hauling several loads to our cabin. (I did have to sell it and to find a smaller SUV to drive!) It was perfect for a couple years. Sorry for your loss. I know that David will be missed by all. Fondly, Sandy Armoto"
In loving memory of
David Frank Ward
David Frank Ward, 80, passed away in Phoenix, Arizona on August 4, 2018. Mr. Ward was born in Dallas, Texas on January 1, 1938. His family moved to St. Louis, Missouri when he was two years old. He attended elementary and high school in Afton, Missouri. He was an active member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon and graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration from Washington University in St. Louis. David and his wife Judith Ann (Katt) moved to Phoenix in 1965 and he earned his MBA from Arizona State University in 1968.
Mr. Ward's business career began with Price Waterhouse in St. Louis where he was a CPA. He spent 1½ years in active duty as a Finance Officer with the US Army stationed at Ft. Huachuca, Arizona. He worked for 8 years for the Del E. Webb Corporation in Phoenix, 7 years for Pasco Gear & Machine in Phoenix, and 13 years for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona where he retired in 1997 as Vice President of Finance. David was very active with the John C. Lincoln Heath Network. He served on the Board of Directors for the JCL Health Network, the JCL Health Foundation, and the JCL Desert Mission - 3 years as Chairman. Mr. Ward and his wife were also members of the JCL Health Foundation Guild for 10 years. David loved flying, golf, and the time he spent with his family. He and Judy enjoyed traveling and were active members in multiple antique car clubs. Their daughter, Donna Christine Ward Erwin, her husband Robert Joseph Erwin, and Mr. Ward's two grandchildren, Elizabeth Kathryn, and Joseph David provided much love and joy. They all cherished their many times together in Phoenix and at their summer home in Pine, Arizona. David, an only child, was preceded in death by his father Kenneth Frank Ward (1954), and his mother Kathryn Clara Hogan Ward (1994).
Visitation will be from 5:00 to 7:00 pm on Friday, August 10 with funeral service at 7:00 pm at Hansen Desert Hills Mortuary, 6500 E. Bell Road in Scottsdale. Flowers are welcomed, or donations may be made to Desert Mission Adult Day Health Care - HonorHealth Foundation 8125 N Hayden Road Scottsdale, AZ 85282.
Tributes
"Dear Judy, My deepest sympathy. I am so glad we were able to keep in touch and that I had the chance to visit you last year. Find comfort in your memories. Marydel Harrison Neumann"
"I am so sorry to hear about your loss, Judy! You are a very special person, and I know David must have been, also! Thinking of you!"
"I am so sorry for your family?s terrible loss. David was a very special man and I really enjoyed working with him before I left for maternity leave. I will always remember his smile, warm spirit, and strong work ethic. I will think of both of you when we use the beautiful quilt you gave us for our baby girl, Davi. My deepest condolences, Erica Cox"
"Thinking of you and missing David! Love and hugs to you all...Judy, Donna, Elizabeth and Joseph. Love, Pat Swartz"
"I am so sorry for your loss, and my thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Dave was such fun to be around and his sense of humor was wonderful. He will be greatly missed!"
"It is hard for me to grasp the fact that David is gone. I am thinking of each of you and sending mental hugs to you."
"Judy, I was very sorry to hear of your loss. David was such a very kind man. A true gentleman. He will forever be in your thoughts and prayers. With my deepest sympathy, Margaret May Katt"
"So very sorry for your loss. Sharon and I knew Dave at Affton High School and remember him as a lot of fun and a great guy."
"Our heartfelt sympathy to Judy and family. A friendship covering 62 years filled with laughter and fun. Parker and Mary Ann Fritschle St. Louis, Missouri"
"A great man !!! His contributions to our world were priceless !! A super family man and will be missed by many. We thought he had a quite, soft, patient but, firm way of dealing with everyone and all occasions he was involved in. A suttle side note of funny jokes and statements that made us crack up !! We send our love to Judy, Donna, Bob, Elizabeth and Joseph."
"I am so sorry for your loss. Judy, you and David are an amazing team. Please let me know if you need anything."
"We will all miss you and the fun we had making "White Castle" mounds with all the empty boxes. "Puckey Huddle" was a wonderful place for us all to grow up together and help each other through good times and bad. Love that we spent most of our time together laughing. David, you were everything a good man should be and your steadfast presence will be sorely missed."
"Sorry for your loss"