Richard Lee Ward

Richard (Richie) Ward passed away at home on Thursday, January 9, 2025, at the age of 87.

Born in Buck Valley, PA on Friday, August 6, 1937, he was the son of the late Charles and Ruie Ward.

He was preceded in death by four brothers, Glenn Ward, Claude Ward, Dane Ward, Roger Ward and four sisters, Emma Ward, Helen Barnhart, Delma Carnell and Beatrice Carnell.

Richie was a loving husband and is survived by his wife of sixty-one years, Rosalie C (Moats) Ward and his Beloved Pet – Sherry. He is also survived by his sister, Mary Jean Young.

While having no children of his own, he was a Special Uncle to his many nephews and nieces and their children. He was a friend to many people, including his everyday acquaintances at AC&T, his hunting and fishing companions. He especially had many fond memories of hunting at the Buck Valley, PA family farm and his trips to White Oak Plantation, Alabama.

Richie was an avid hunter and fisherman and enjoyed Nascar and missed his beloved #3.

He retired from General Motors after over thirty years of service.

Richard served his country from 1956 to 1960 in the U.S. Air Force.

Friends and family will be received from 11:00am to 1:00pm on Saturday, January 11 at the Grove-Rogowski Funeral Home 141 West Main Street, Hancock, MD 21750. Funeral service will be held at 1:00pm on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at the funeral home. Pastor Jeff Hawbaker will officiate. Interment will follow the service at Stone Bridge Church, 14904 Orchard Ridge Road, Hancock, MD 21750.

The family would like to express their sincerest thanks to their many friends and family members for the outpouring of support shown to them. Special appreciation to Hospice of Washington County, nurses, doctors and staff  for their care and support.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations in Richard’s name to Hospice of Washington County, 1710 Underpass Way, Suite 300, Hagerstown, MD 21740, 301-791-6360. Any donations are much appreciated.

Arrangements were entrusted to Grove-Rogowski Funeral Home, 141 West Main Street, Hancock, MD 21750. Online condolences can be made to the family at www.grfuneralhome.net.