Katherine Ann Ward

Lewis & Gillum Funeral Home
202 Maple Ave., Oak Hill, Ohio 45656
(p) 740-682-6696 (f) 740-682-7862
Katherine Ann Ward, age 69, of Jackson, Ohio passed away on January 26, 2025, peacefully in her home surrounded by friends and family. She was born June 7th, 1955, in Columbus, Ohio to the late Odice and Mary Ellen Porter.
Katherine worked in home health. She enjoyed traveling to the mountains of North Carolina and exploring caves with her husband. Katherine loved her family very much and they will miss her dearly.
Katherine is survived by her husband, David A. Ward; children: Edna Crosier, Lee (Mandi) Travis, Mary (William) Jones, Katrena (Landon) Henry, and Shane Ward; 18 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; siblings: Jayne (Ed) Jones, Billy (Vanessa) Porter, Carolyn Estep, and Donna (Bill) Downs; as well as her very special friend whom she considered a sister, Kelly Jo Bond.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her stepson, James A. Ward; her grandparents; a very special mother-in-law; and several uncles, aunts, and cousins.
Calling hours will be held on Thursday, January 30th, 2025, from 5PM-7PM at the Lewis & Gillum Funeral Home of Oak Hill. Per her wishes, cremation will follow. Online condolences may be sent to www.lewisgillum.com.
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