In loving memory of

Edward E. Ward, Jr.
November 7, 1941 - May 22, 2022

Edward E. Ward, Jr., on May 22, 2022, of Mantua; formerly of Runnemede. Age 80.

Beloved husband of the late Nancy Ward. Devoted father of Edward E. Ward III and Kim McLernon (Brian). Loving Pop-Pop of Brian McLernon. Dear brother of Eileen Humes (Ken), Denise Durant (Artie), and John Ward (Donna). Best friend and brother of Dan Cimini. Also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Edward proudly served with the US Air Force and was a retired firefighter with Runnemede Station 75. Edward loved spending time with his family, especially his grandson - he was his world.

Family and friends are invited to the visitation from 10am to 11:30am Thursday, May 26, 2022 at GARDNER FUNERAL HOME, RUNNEMEDE.

Memorial service 12 noon at Trinity Lutheran Church, 200 E. Clements Bridge Road, Runnemede.

Interment is private at the request of the family.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Edward's memory to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, 4550 Montgomery Avenue, Suite 1100 North, Bethesda, MD 20814 or by visiting www.cff.org.

Tributes

Janice Ranieri Griffiths wrote on Jun 2, 2022:

"RIP Ed, the Class of 1960 Triton High School sends its prayers to your family."

Fran & Ronnie Catando wrote on May 26, 2022:

"Thinking back to our "preteen" days and how much of a friend you were then. Sure could throw a baseball with that sidearm delivery of yours. Throughout your life, one of the kindest, nicest people that I had ever known.hope to see you in the new life someday. Maybe we can have a catch or play some wiffle ball like old times. Fran & Ronnie"

Jeanne Passanante wrote on May 26, 2022:

"Those we hold in our hearts never truly leave us. They live on in the kindness they showed, the comfort they shared, and the love they brought into our lives. Thinking of you and keeping you and your family in our prayers. Love The Passanante Family"

Jane Lourie wrote on May 24, 2022:

"I miss you like crazy! You were the one true friend in my life and I've grown to love you. We've had many talks and walks. I could talk to you about anything. I miss our walks down by the river. It was your favorite place to go. You always had a smile on your face and stories to tell. Thank you for always being there. I'll never forget you. Rest in peace, my dear friend."

Daniel Cimini wrote on May 23, 2022:

"I Miss you already, our weekly phone calls, your visits, all our family memories, our camping trip. Our many nights at the fire station with all the guys and gals of Station 75. You were not my blood brother, but as far as we were concerned we were BROTHERS. Rest In Peace Brother, you will always be in my heart, never to be forgotten. Love You My Friend."

Crawford, Sandy wrote on May 23, 2022:

"Blessings ?? Runnemede friend "