Emma Elena Ward, (nee-McCarty), 89, passed away Tuesday, July 5, 2016 at home.
She was born December 11, 1926 in Stringer, Mississippi to the late Jeffrey F. and Emma D. McCarty.
Elena lived most of her life in Cleveland, Ohio. She enjoyed being a homemaker and volunteering at the West Side Community Center.
She is survived by her children, Jerry L. Ward (Rita), David Ward, Mary Sue Schlabach (Orris), and Jeanne Lisa Roldan (Angelo); many grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren.
Elena is preceded in death by her husband, Eugene Ward; children, Darlene Filidoro, Howard Ward, Martha Clayton, Edward Ward and Thomas Ward and grandsons, Angelo Roldan, Jr. and Joseph Filidoro.
The family will receive friends Friday, July 8, 2016 from 10:00 A.M. until the time of services at 11:00 A.M..at the Bodnar-Mahoney Funeral Home, 3929 Lorain, Ave. Cleveland, OH 44113.
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Karen Heath
Susie & Family,
So sorry to hear of the passing of your Mother, may your memories help heal your heart. Also sorry to say I cannot attend the services, as you know I will be out of town.
Karen Heath
CHOQUI
MY THOUGHTS N PRAYERS R WITH U JEANNE, PUCHIE,LYDIA N BRITTNEY N WITH ALL OF MS WARD’S FAMILY!
SHE WAS A VERY SWEET STRONG LADY N HELPED SO MUCH IN THE COMMUNITY!
MAY SHE FOREVER REST IN PEACE UP ABOVE IN PARADISE!
SHE RECEIVED HER WINGS!!
I’LL NEVER FORGET HER BEAUTIFUL SMILE!! SHE WILL B TRULY MISSED!!
GOD BLESS U ALL
I LUV U ALL
Jennifer Burnheimer
Grandma Ward was always so sweet and inviting to me anytime I was in or out of town. I think tommorow I will be making her goulash for dinner. Was always so comforting to me. Sorry that I am in AZ and unable to attend services.
Carolyn Myers
Our prayers are with you and your family at this time. So sorry to hear about your mother. Her smile was beautiful ! She will be missed.
Love Glen & Carolyn Myers
The Emma Elena Ward Family
I have fond memories of your mom when I was very young.. not sure of age… old enough to have to help watch some of you children.. I remember helping your mom to gather up her stuff..I loved being around Aunt Elena… she was a Hoot as you all know..and had to be a strong woman.. and as she said… she had the most beautiful legs… I try to imitate her on that..been working them out to help them look better … ahahh I do wish I would have been able to get up there to visit with her and everyone… just kept finding reasons why I had to wait… and waited too late..I am sorry and know you all will miss Mom… I know I miss mine…I love you all..
The Emma Elena Ward Family
Sorry I didn’t leave my name… Marie McCarty Cotten
Aunt Elena was my dad s sister.. the last one left until now..
Sam Doris Eldridge
My families hearts are with you and your family.May your memories give you comfort.Our hearts and prayers go out to you and family.
Sam Doris Eldridge
Prayers for all
Chery and Tommy Bourgeois
Prayers for all family members and friends!
Memories will give u the comfort u need!!
Emily Ward
I haven’t seen you since I was a baby, Grandma, but I always carried you in my heart…. Guess I just have to wait a little bit longer til I can finally see you and my dad again… Til then, rest in peace sweet woman