John Fred Ward

Mr. Fred Ward, age 96, of Cleveland, Georgia passed away on July 16, 2021. He was born on June 4, 1925 in Fannin County to the late Charlie Ward and the late Ella Dixon Ward. John was known as "Papa Ward" by his beloved grandchildren. He enjoyed making homemade bows and arrows and sling shots, but above all he enjoyed spending time with his family. He loved his family dearly and his grandchildren always had a special place in his heart. Often times Fred could be found doing his favorite outdoor activity - tending to his vegetable garden with his wife Nellie. 

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his son Larry Fred Ward; brothers Frank Ward, Freeman Ward, and JC Ward; and sister, Jewell Frazier. 

He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Nellie Ward; children, Wanda (Don) McCollum, Kent (Stacie) Ward, and Gary (Renee) Ward all of Cleveland; brother, Phillip Ward of Morganton; sister, Jeanette (Wayne) Grizzle of Duluth; grandchildren, Adam McCollum, Dusty (Sarah) McCollum, Jason (Brelan) Ward, Justin Ward, Brandon (Alex) Ward, Dylan Ward (Hannah Higgins), Sherrell Sisum, and Deana Self; great-grandchildren, Kelan McCollum, Kinley McCollum, Kendall McCollum, Jaycee McCollum, Bryce McCollum, Ava Ward, Zane Ward, Sawyer Ward, Bryson Self, Austin Self, Jocelyn Self, and Maddison Self. 

Graveside services are scheduled for Sunday, July 18, 2021 at 3:30 PM in the cemetery of Dial Church of Christ in Fannin County with Rev. Brandon Ward officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday prior to the service, from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM.  

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