Obituary of John Mitchell Ward

WARD, John- Peacefully after a lengthy illness on Thursday, June 16th, 2011 at the Welland Hospital at the age of 71. Loving husband of the late Agnes. Loving father of Mitchell, Marie (Mike), Thomas (Paula) and James (Chrissy). Cherished grandfather of Chelci, Ryan, Kylee, Brandon, Brooke, Jennifer, Nigel, Jessica, Cody, Zoie, Eve, Aaron and Livia. Much loved great grandfather Tianna and Jayden. Also survived by his sister Maureen (Ted) Layden and his sister in law Alice. Predeceased by his brother Jim. He took great pride in watching his grandchildren playing various sports and was a fixture at the arena. He enjoyed golfing with his "Wicked Wednesday" group. In accordance with his wishes, cremation has taken place with funeral arrangements entrusted to the GEORGE DARTE FUNERAL CHAPEL, 585 Carlton Street, St. Catharines. A Mass in memory of John will be celebrated at St. Alfred's Catholic Church, 272 Vine Street, St. Catharines on Friday, June 24th at 1pm. If desired, memorial donations to the Kidney Foundation would be appreciated by the family. He will be missed by all.