Gregory Howard Ward, Sr.

Gregory Howard Ward, Sr., age 65, passed from this life at approximately 3:12 p.m. on Sunday, February 27, 2022 at his residence in Lima surrounded by his family.

He was born on August 10, 1956 in Lima, Ohio to the union of James H. and Lucy Mae (Hall) Ward; both parents preceded him in death.

On August 4, 1979 he was united in holy matrimony to Cheryl A. Randall the love of his life, the first girl he kissed in the third grade, she survives in Lima.

Gregory retired from Ineos USA, LLC, formally B.P. Chemical Company as a Chemical Operator.  He graduated from Lima Senor High School and attended Lima Technical College. He was a member of Fourth Street Missionary Baptist Church, he often spoke of how easy it is to be a fisher of men while surrounded by all Gods beauty and wonders of the world.  Gregory was one of the best fisherman in Lima, Ohio, he started fishing as a youth and dreamed of being in tournaments and becoming a professional.  He educated other fisherman about the sport.  His smile was like beaming sunlight as he told fishing stories.  He loved telling stories to his granddaughters or anyone that would listen.  He was not a stranger to anyone.  He loved to laugh and make others laugh.

Besides his loving wife Cheryl, he leaves to cherish his precious memory a son; Gregory H. Ward, II (Tiffany) of Lima.  A daughter; Nakia M. Ward of Lima.  4 grandchildren; KiAysha, Anyjah, Kamryn and Alexis. A host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by a sister; Pamela Y. Ward.

Home going services will be held on Saturday, March 5, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at Second Baptist Church with Rev. Dr. Dennis Ward, officiating.

Visitation/Wake services will be held on Saturday, March 5, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. until time of services also at the Church.

Interment: Woodlawn Cemetery

Services entrusted to: JONES-CLARK FUNERAL HOME, INC.

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