James Edward Ward was born on November 21, 1945, at Manila, AR, and departed this life on March 1,2025 at Springfield, MO. He was a lifelong resident of Manila until recently moving to Mountain View, AR. Edward enjoyed farming, fishing, hunting, listening to music, and watching his westerns. Edward is survived by his companion of 37 years, JoAnn Frego.
1 son, Terry Ward (Annette), of Letona, AR
1 daughter, Connie Miller of Manila, AR
2 stepdaughters, Nanette Frego of Mountain View, AR and Debbie Lewis (Earnie) of Timbo, AR
1 brother, William Lee Gream of Mayfield, Kentucky
Grandchildren: Stephanie Ward of Marston, MO
Steven Ward (Stacy) of Searcy, AR
Nicholas Hicks and his 4 children of Kentucky
Amber Schoolfield of Mountain View, AR
Brandy Staggs of Liberty, NC
Ashleigh Avey (Matt) of Timbo, AR
Keith Lewis of Timbo, AR
Great Grandchildren: Destiny Miller, Brianna Thacker, Hunter Miller, Tara Ward, Carter Ward, Braxton Hicks
Jayden Schoolfield, Laney Worsham (David), Connor Schoolfield, Jacob Staggs, Adam Staggs,
Mason Gatewood, Ashlyn Lewis, Landon Lewis, Riggs Avey, Gunner Avey
Great-great Grandchildren: Waylon Worsham, Millie Worsham, Oaklynn Lewis
As well as a host of other family and friends.

Edward was preceded in death by his mother, Lucille Babb,1 brother, Billy Wayne Childress, and 1grandson, Brandon Hicks.