In loving memory of

William W. Ward
November 4, 1925 - April 18, 2022

Greece: Passed away peacefully on April 18 2022 at age 96. An Army Veteran, Bill served in both the 17th and 82nd Airborne. Predeceased by his wife Ruth Ward. Bill is survived by his children Kathleen Kelly of AZ., Candis (Jim) Nelson of KY., Christina (Jim Williams) Kolankiewicz & Mark Ward; grandchildren Gina (Richard) Blake, William (Melissa) Ward, Alex (Saswati) Ward, Leah Ward & Thomas Kolankiewicz, great grandson Jason Ward, many nieces and nephews.

William's visitation will be held on Saturday April 23, 11AM to 1PM at the funeral home 1411 Vintage Lane, Rochester, NY 14626. Private Interment in Elmira, NY. In lieu of flowers, please direct memorials to Honor Flight Rochester Inc at PO Box 23581, Rochester, NY 14692.

Tributes

Sandy (Romashko) Herry wrote on Apr 23, 2022:

"I grew up living next door to the Ward family for many years, first on Rainier Street and then on Electric Avenue. When we moved from Rainier Street, which was a double house we shared with the Ward's, they followed us and purchased the house right next door to us on Electric Avenue. I was a year older than Kathy, but we became good friends all through high school. Ruth and Bill were like second parents. Ruth and my mom were very close lifetime friends. I was able to visit Bill at Mark's home two year's ago last January. He was jovial and friendly, just as I remembered him and we had a great time remembering the old days. His mild manner and sense of humor will be missed. My deepest condolences to Kathy, Candy, Chrissy and Mark. For many years you were all a part of our family and wonderful memories still remain. God bless and comfort each of you. Sandy (Romashko) Herry"

Bruce mckee wrote on Apr 22, 2022:

"I am sorry for your loss ,uncle Bill is was always great company to be around, he is literally the definition of class and respect."

Joanna N. Newton wrote on Apr 22, 2022:

"My Dad, Joe Nicosia, worked with Bill at Delco and enjoyed playing golf with him for many years. My father was on Honor Flight Mission 8 along with my two brothers; one was Dad's guardian and the other was guardian for another veteran. Dad was so surprised and happy that Bill was on the same Honor Flight with his grandson. My sympathies to all of Bill's family for their loss. Joanna Nicosia Newton"

Frank Eisele wrote on Apr 20, 2022:

"Great golfer and enjoyable company. he always made a great foursome. I also liked working with him at Delco. Frank Eisele"