Laura Ward

Laura Ward, 62, passed away on June 9, 2019, at Taylor House in Des Moines. She was born in Council Bluffs, Iowa to Donald and Mary Kinney.

Laura worked as a supervisor for the Disability Determination Services Bureau. She enjoyed spending time at the family lake home in Alexandria, MN, equestrian activities and attending horse jumping competitions.

Laura is survived by her husband of 38 years, Jon; sons, Nicholas (fiancée Janelle) and Nathan Ward; brother, Doug (Marianne “Muffin”) Kinney; nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, and siblings, Russell and Jackie.

Funeral services will be held at 5:30 p.m., Friday, June 14, 2019, at Our Lady’s Immaculate Heart Catholic Church, 510 E. 1st St, Ankeny. The family will receive visitors from 4:00-5:30 p.m., also at the church.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the church and Animal Lifeline of Iowa, in loving memory of Laura.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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Jeff Wood

06/12/2019

I am very sorry for your loss. I remember Laura always made me feel welcome at your home. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Lucille Bundy-Shores

06/12/2019

Laura, you were a special Lady. I will always remember the good times working with you at DDS and that infectious laugh. May you rest in peace.

Jen Wigton

06/12/2019

Laura was my supervisor at DDS for the past decade - she was the warm presence who greeted me when I began working here and who was always there for me. Her booming laugh echoes in these halls. She will always hold a special place in my heart. I am so very sorry that you must endure this sadness and loss.