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Jerrold "Jerry" David Ward, 63, residing in Sandusky, passed away Tuesday, May 20, 2014 at Cleveland Clinic Foundation after a lengthy illness.
Jerry was born on February 23, 1951 in Sandusky, OH to the late Emery and Jean (Dutton) Ward.
Jerry graduated from Sandusky High School and retired from General Motors after 26 years of dedicated service. In his spare time, he enjoyed working on classic cars, slot car racing, and spending time with his family.
Jerry is survived by his wife of 38 years, Kathleen (Burr) Ward, whom he married on August 28, 1976; three sons, Jeremy (Kelly), Joshuah (Jennifer) and Jarrod (Niesha) Ward, all of Sandusky, OH; eight grandchildren, Jordan, Ashton, Jayden, Benjamin, Jonathon, Cassidy, Addison and Jameson Ward; three brothers, Emery (Suanne) Ward of Bellevue, and John (Nancy) Ward and Jeff Ward, both of Sandusky; sister-in-law, Kim (Rod Hurak) Comella; and numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives.
In addition to his parents, Jerry is preceded in death by his mother and father-in-law, John and Jackie Comella.
Friends may call on Thursday, May 22, 2014 from 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm at Groff Funeral Homes & Crematory, 1607 E Perkins Ave, Sandusky. Funeral services will be held on Friday, May 23, 2014 at 10:00 am in the funeral home with Rev. Timothy Nilsen presiding. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery, Sandusky, OH.
Those wishing to contribute to Jerry's memory may do so to Cancer Services of Erie County, 505 E Perkins Ave, Sandusky, Ohio 44870.
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