Billy Eugene Ward

Billy Eugene Ward was born in Leachville, Arkansas, December 29, 1940, son of Charles Barrett and Velma Irene (Bishop) Ward. He departed this life May 28, 2013, at White River Medical Center in Batesville, Arkansas, at the age of 72 years, 4 months, and 29 days. Billy was united in marriage to Donna Hutcheson on May 13, 1968, in Blytheville, Arkansas. He was a farmer by trade and served his country with the United States Marine Corp and was of the Church of Christ faith. Billy leaves to mourn his passing, wife Donna of the home in Horseshoe Bend, Arkansas; two sons, Bryce Ward (Barbara) of Horseshoe Bend, Arkansas and Gary Ward; one brother, Gerry Dean Ward (Barbara) of Plant City, Florida; five grandchildren, Dan, Jamie, Jordan, Scott and Shane; many other relatives and friends. He was preceded by his parents, Charles and Velma Ward. Memorials preferred to St. Jude's Childrens Hospital.