Don Leon Ward
Jul 18, 1942 - Dec 7th, 2020- Birth Date: Jul 18, 1942
- Death Date: Dec 7, 2020
- Funeral Date: Unknown
- Location: To be determined
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Biography: Don Ward died December 7, 2020 from complications of a stroke. Don was born July 18, 1942 in Coleman, Texas to Albert Leon and Ada Elizabeth Ward. He grew up in Denver City. Bess and Leon died in 1998, hours apart.
Survivors are his wife, Rebecca Fuller Ward; his daughter, Jessica Sigmon and her husband Dr. Clay Sigmon of Oklahoma City, and their daughters Grace and Alice; his son, Dr. Daniel Smith and his wife Jennifer of Little Rock, and their children, Zachary Overton, Caroline and Camille Smith. Zach and his wife Amber recently added their son Noah to the family.
There will be no formal services at Don’s request and restrictions of COVID-19.
Any memorials can be made to the charity of your choice.
After his big stroke in 2015, Don faced his difficulties like he did a bad shot in golf: with great skill, optimism, and grace, he was my hero. He said many many times “I’m the luckiest man on the planet.”
Condolences(22)
Julie and John Jones
#22
Dec 20th, 2020 12:54 pm
Rebecca and family. John and I were so sad to hear of Don’s death. You know we adored him as everyone did. What a huge personality and sparkling funny wit. And what a golfer! It was terrible to see him struggling after the stroke. He’s playing a beautiful game in Heaven now ! We loved being your neighbors on Edgewood and will always remember him and you. Love and prayers to you all❤️
Thom Hall
#21
Dec 15th, 2020 1:08 pm
Don lived and loved with a twinkle in his eye and a warm smile. Remember his laughter and feel the joy he found every day. Camellias and pansies and violas bloom this time of year to brighten our days and warm hearts in need. Peace to Rebecca and all of Don’s loved ones.
David Ray
#20
Dec 14th, 2020 8:46 pm
Don was one of my favorite customers to visit. He always had a smile and a positive attitude. Loved his story of how the heron would come up from the river to the house and eat the goldfish out of his koi pond. Condolences from Freeze Specialty Cleaners.
Patrick Boyle
#19
Dec 14th, 2020 2:40 pm
Becky, even with only the few times I met Don, I could see that you married a positive, happy man. I am sorry for your loss and the whole family's loss.
Edwina Wilson
#18
Dec 14th, 2020 2:17 pm
Rebecca, I am saddened by your loss of Don . I wish love and peace for you as you grieve.
Tom Williams
#17
Dec 13th, 2020 2:18 pm
I played golf with Don for many years at PVCC and enjoyed competing against him in many tournaments even though I usually came in second place to him. He was a great golfer and a great man and will be missed by many. Rest in peace my friend.
Stuart Harris
#16
Dec 13th, 2020 1:20 pm
Rebecca, My deepest sympathy to you, Dan, and all your family for your loss of Don. May the many good memories in time replace the pain of grief you must now be experiencing.
Peter Brave
#15
Dec 13th, 2020 12:23 pm
Rebecca, so sorry for your loss, Don was a shining example of gratitude, I will always remember him for his optimism and good cheer. My deepest condolences.
Love always, Peter Brave
Love always, Peter Brave
Curtis Finch, Jr.
#14
Dec 13th, 2020 11:41 am
I always admired Don; his optimism was contagious, making us all feel good.
Lynn Smith
#13
Dec 13th, 2020 11:32 am
Dear Rebecca and family - I am sending love and prayers of peace and comfort to you all.
Alice and Philip Jones
#12
Dec 13th, 2020 11:02 am
Love and prayers, Rebecca. I bet he’s found the burning bush!
Carl Tidmore
#11
Dec 13th, 2020 10:29 am
My deepest condolences goes out to Rebecca and Don's family. I met Don when I joined Pleasant Valley Country Club and was privileged to sit at the 'Table of Knowledge' and play some golf with him. He always made me laugh and always made golf fun to play with him. I will miss Wardsy as he was one of the nicest persons I have ever met. The world has lost a true gentlemen but heaven has gained someone who will put a smile on your face when you meet him. God bless to Don's family for their loss.
Mary Corbitt
#10
Dec 13th, 2020 9:17 am
Our deepest sympathy Rebecca and family-we are thankful to have shared fun times
With you and Don
Mary and Reg
With you and Don
Mary and Reg
Bob and Jane Goff
#9
Dec 13th, 2020 9:04 am
There are nice people in this world and then there was Don Ward. A gentle soul through and through. I will miss him tremendously. Rebecca, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bob and Jane
Bob and Jane
Kay Arnold
#8
Dec 12th, 2020 6:47 pm
What a great smile Don had. I am so sorry for your loss. Peace to you and your family.
Nancy DeLamar
#7
Dec 12th, 2020 12:16 am
Sending sincere and heartfelt sympathies to Rebecca and the family. Don was a beloved man and will be greatly missed.
Judy Whorley Winkle
#6
Dec 11th, 2020 8:16 pm
My dear friend I am so sorry for your loss. I pray you will have peace and comfort in your memories.
Reid & Jennifer Robinson
#5
Dec 10th, 2020 5:48 pm
With deepest sympathy as you remember Don. We hope you are surrounded by much love.
Dwight Blissard
#4
Dec 10th, 2020 9:35 am
Don Ward was one of the nicest guys I've ever met. I always enjoyed sitting with him for lunch at the "expert" table. He will be missed
Sarah Jane Polk
#3
Dec 9th, 2020 2:27 pm
My thoughts and prayers are with you, Rebecca, and your family.
Carol and Wayne Dyer
#2
Dec 9th, 2020 9:57 am
Wonderful Rebecca, we are so sad for you. We have often thought that you and Don are the perfect couple - and we cannot imagine the loss you are now experiencing.
May peace be with you,
Carol and Wayne
May peace be with you,
Carol and Wayne
Harry Langley
#1
Dec 9th, 2020 7:16 am
Sorry for your loss . Don always made me smile.