Jon Kevin Ward

Jon Kevin Ward
Ankeny, Iowa

Jon Ward, 68, passed away on Monday, May 9, 2022, at Mercy Hospice in Johnston. He was born in Mt. Pleasant, Iowa to William and Marcella (Frye) Ward.

Jon graduated from William Penn University. He was a professional golfer who worked at Golf Galaxy for over 20+ year. He had a great love for the outdoors, he could always be found on the golf course about every weekend, he loved boating, shooting guns, fishing, water skiing, and snow skiing. In his free time, he enjoyed spending time at their family lake home in Alexandria, Minnesota. Above all, he treasured time spent with his family, especially his grandson.

He will be lovingly remembered for his generous kind heart and always putting his loved ones before himself without a moment’s hesitation. Jon was a gentle soul and his story telling will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

Jon is survived by his sons, Nicholas (Janelle) and Nathan Ward; father, Bill Ward; grandson, Cruz Ward; brother, Jim (Sue) Ward; nephew, Alex (fiancée Courtney) Ward; and a host of extended family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 38 years, Laura Ward; mother, Marcella Ward; and brother, Jeff Ward.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, May 16, 2022, at Our Lady’s Immaculate Heart Catholic Church, 510 E. 1st St, Ankeny. The family will receive visitors from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m., Sunday, May 15th also at the church.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the church and Animal Lifeline of Iowa, in loving memory of Jon.

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

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