Donald “Donnie” Ward

January 18, 1964 - February 1, 2015
Donald “Donnie” Ward

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Donald “Donnie” Lane Ward of Wilmington, NC was called home to be with the Lord on February 1, 2015. His precious life was tragically ended and taken by another.

Donnie was born to Douglas and Sally Ward (now Sally Horne) on January 18, 1964 in Wilmington, NC.

A professional painter by trade. Donnie was an avid fisherman. He enjoyed the beach, gardening and most anything pertaining to the outdoors. He was also a very creative and talented carpenter.

Donnie is joined in death by his father Douglas Fred Ward, twin brother Ronnie Ward, brother Bobby Ward, sister Debbie Jean Ward and sister Patricia Ward. All of Wilmington, NC.

He is survived by his children. Daughter Angelia Malone and husband Kenneth of Keyser, W.V., daughter Elizabeth Martinez and husband Francisco of Wilmington, N.C., two sons Donnie Jr and Matthew of North Carolina, mother Sally Horne and stepfather Harold of Wilmington N.C. Brother Mike Ward and wife Debbie Lynn of Hampstead N.C., brother Ricky Ward of Hampstead, N.C, brother Chris Ward of N.C. and Glen Ward of N.C. Accompanied by several grand children, nieces, nephews and extended family.

Donnie was a free spirit. He was an extremely caring person with a huge heart. His laughter could fill a room, and his smile could brighten your worst of days. He was tragically taken from his family and will ALWAYS be dearly loved and greatly missed. Our only solace is knowing he is forever watching over each and every one of us from above.

A service to celebrate Donnie’s life will be held at 3:00 PM on Sunday, February 8, 2015 at Blake’s Chapel Advent Christian Church, 88 Blakes Chapel Road, Hampstead, NC 28443

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Wilmington Funeral & Cremation, 1535 S. 41st Street, Wilmington, NC 28403 910.791.9099


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