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Michael Ward Obituary
Michael Charles "Zooba" "Wardy" Ward, 70, of West Palm Beach, Florida, passed away Sunday, Sept. 24, 2023, at his residence.
Michael was born Sept. 5, 1953, in Tiffin. He graduated from Anderson High School in Cincinnati. He then entered U.S. Navy and received a honorable discharge. Michael attended Tiffin University and later received additional certifications from Terra State Community College.
Michael married Debra Laugherty on July 4, 1981. They were married 42 years.
Michael worked as a Millwright-Pile Driver in the Union Hall Local 1090 for 20 years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, riding motorcycles, trips to the Florida Keys, and his time spent at Clarklake, Michigan. He was also involved in the Avengers MC.
Michael is survived by wife, Debra Ward; children, Michael Ward Jr., Ashley Ward, Anthony Ward, and Amy Clifford; sisters, Jody (Jim) Gamber, Stephanie (Paul) Jones, and Rhonda (James) Cunagin; brothers, Richard (Kay) Ward and Rudy (Maria) Lindy; grandchildren, Alyssandra Ward and Anastashya Ward; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Michael was preceded in death by father, Richard Ward; mother, Jane Clifford-Ward; father-in-law, Bruce Laugherty; grandmother, Jane Ward; grandfather, Charles Ward; nephew, Joshua Ward; and brother, Eric Lindy.
At Michael's request, there will be no services at this time.
Memorial contributions may be made to Trustbridge Hospice.
Arrangements are under the direction of Palms West Funeral Home and Crematory, 300 Northpoint Parkway, suite 301, West Palm Beach, Florida, 33407, (844)728-5930.
To send condolences to the family, go to www.PalmsWestFuneralHome.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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