James Bernard Ward's Obituary
Mr. James Bernard Ward, 83 of Leesburg, Virginia passed away at his home on Sunday, January 20, 2013.
James was born Thursday, November 7, 1929 in Leesburg, Virginia. He was a son of Steve and Sara Bell Ward. His parents, his brother Charles Ward and his sister Albert Cravens predeceased him.
Referred to by his friends and family as Luke, Mr. Ward lived all his life in Leesburg.
He attended Loudoun County Schools, and served his country in the United States Army as a Corporal.
Luke worked for Administrative Control Services in Reston, VA as a clerk until retiring.
After retiring, Luke worked for several local families to help with housekeeping.
He leaves to cherish his memory, three nieces, Thelma Dodson of Sterling, VA, Lynn Paige of Purcellville, VA and Annette Nickens of Leesburg, and numerous great nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
A memorial service to celebrate James life will be held at Providence Baptist Church on Saturday, February 2, 2013 at 10 am.
Interment services were held at Mt. Zion Community Cemetery, Leesburg, VA.
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