April 9, 1936 - June 16, 2021
Virginia Ann Ward (also known as Ginger), 85 years old from Galt, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday June 16, 2021. She was a lifetime member of our local community.
She was born on April 9, 1936 to Leland and Cecilia VanConett. She attended Galt schools and graduated from Galt High School in 1953. After high school, she married her sweetheart William Ward on December 5, 1953 in Carson City, Nevada. They were married just short of 65 years when William passed away on July 28, 2018. They built a loving home and ranch in Galt where they raised their two children, Gary Ward and Colleen Ward Nunes.
She is preceded in death by her parents Leland and Cecilia VanConett, Grandson Paul Ortiz, and her husband William K. Ward.
She is survived by her brother Leroy CanConett of Galt, her son Gary Ward of Gardenerville, Nevada, daughter Colleen Ward Nunes and husband Tony of Galt, and 8 grandchildren and 8 greatgrandchildren.
Private graveside services will be held on Saturday July 10th at the Arno Cemetery in Galt with Pastor Michael from Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church officiating. A reception will follow at 12:00 noon at Brewster’s in Galt and will be open to all family and friends.
A special thank you to Hospice of San Joaquin for all of their care and support during this difficult time.
Donations may be made in Honor of Virginia to Hospice of San Joaquin.
Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Ward Family.
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