James Oather Ward Sr.'s Obituary
James Oather Ward, Sr., age 75, passed away, Friday, August 6, 2021, In Bentonville. He was born on May 21, 1946, in Bentonville to William and Marjorie (Mason) Ward. He is preceded in death by his parents, siblings; Harold Ward, Alvin Ward, Billy Ward, and Oscar Ward, and a grandson; Jeramy Rossicoe.
James was a member of the Eastside Assembly of God. He proudly served our country in the Army during the Vietnam War.
He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Sharon Ward of the home, children; David Ward and wife Candy, Jamie Allen and husband Marty, Gina Rossicoe and husband Ron, Shellbi Malone and husband John, James Ward Jr. and wife Erin, siblings; Virginia Martin and husband Jim, Sharon Perry, Robert Ward and wife Sheila, ten grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren.
A private graveside service will be held at Bentonville Cemetery under the direction of Nelson-Berna Funeral Home of Rogers.
To place an online tribute, please visit www.bernafuneralhomes.com
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