Donna Ward

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Donna Janetta Ward, of Freeland, Passed away peacefully on Monday, January 27, 2025 at Covenant HealthCare – Cooper. She was 92 years old. Donna J. Avery was born on January 8, 1933 in Chase, Michigan to Archie and Ruby Avery. She married Donald E. “Don” Ward on January 5, 1952. In Detroit, MI. He preceded her in death on March 5, 2017.

She enjoyed crocheting, fishing, and playing euchre. She also enjoyed taking trips to the casino, baking, and watching horse racing. Above all, she loved spending time and playing games with family.

Donna is survived by her daughters: Gail Brown, Laurie (Matt) Jacob and Jennifer (Walter) Wysopal; six grandchildren: Cortney (Josh) Whanger, Brooke Grider, Matthew Jacob, Joshua Jacob, Kaitlyn Wysopal, Morgan (Nicco) Candela; great grandchildren: Beck and Quinn Grider, Carson and Peyton Carroll, Crew and Avery Candela. Donna was preceded in death by her husband, parents and an infant daughter, Amy Ward. She was also preceded in death by her siblings, Fern, Clifford, Robert, and Marilyn.

According to Donna's wishes, cremation has taken place, and there are no services planned at this time. Memorial contributions can be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Donna's memory. Private burial will take place at Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly, Michigan.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Deisler Funeral Home, 2233 Hemmeter Rd. (off State). Please share your thoughts and memories with the family at through www.DeislerFuneralHome.com

 

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