We the Laurel, Bruin, and Blake family would like for the ward family to know that you have all of our support and care at this time of a great lost, but with great joy in the hope before us Agape Love!

I will always consider Lois Ward to have been one of the closest, most loyal, and inspiring friends by whom my life has been blessed—a special friendship which spanned over four decades with nary a cross word or a look of annoyance exchanged between us. There was a mutual trust that bonded us, as well as a mutual respect.

A truly amazing lady, Lois possessed an enviable array of character traits which most of us can only aspire to attain, qualities known to Christians as “The Fruit of the Spirit”: love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, gentleness, and self-control. No matter how upset I might have been about any given situation, just being in Lois’s presence would leave me calmed and with a sense-of-peace. Lois was also a very creative individual driven by a determination to live life to the fullest, and she did.

The last time I spent with Lois, holding her hand for an hour while sitting at her bedside, was a year ago in the Effingham Care Center. Lois chattered the entire time, and I listened—a reversal of times past! The last thing I ever said to Lois, before kissing her “good-bye” on the forehead, was: “I love you.” The last thing Lois ever said to me was: “I love you, too.”

As I was driving home, misty-eyed, following my visit with Lois, I wondered if Lois had even recognized me or had the faintest idea who I was. When I had asked her, she responded: “Of course, I do. How could I ever forget you!”

Actually, I do not think Lois had any idea, whatsoever, who I was. But her response was SO “Lois”—kind and loving. So, there was no doubt in my mind, whatsoever, that the gentle lady, who spoke those sweet words to me. was definitely my beloved Lois—and she will NEVER be forgotten by me.

Granny, one who I will dearly miss!….She lived a full life which makes things a little better for me. Living past age 80 is a true blessing! Much love to Queen Lois! My always, will be Granny!

I’m so sorry for your loss of your mom. When you lose your mother it’s like you lose apart of your self. I hope you find comfort thru friends and family. love your sister in Christ , Fern

We the Garvin family of Arizona would like to extend our condolence to the family as your mother has transitioned to Glory. Gods word says to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. May you continue to find peace in that scripture. Kevin & Tandra Garvin

Pastor/Mother Ransom and the Liberty Temple Ministries Church Family would like to send our Love and deepest condlence to the Brown Ward family during this time of bereavement.

Much love and my condolences to the family. Before she became incapacitate, Lois was an Angel sent with a mission and I believe she worked tirelessly to complete her earthly assignments. She was the person that quietly reached out when she heard of someone in need. Her heart was beyond measure. After her illness set in, she still greeted everyone with that warm, hugging smile. I will miss Lois dearly, she was one in a million!

Carolyn

My condolences and prayers to family and childhood friends
Yvonne, Samuel, and Keith from Robert, Ronnie and family.

My Granny was an amazing beautiful soul and I love her truly. I will always cherish the trips we took, the walks to Red and White. Your cinnamon toast and your amazing fruit pizza. Granny I love you. I want you to know that I know this isn’t the funeral you wanted or deserved. I don’t even recognize you in your casket. They did a HORRIBLE JOB.. I WILK SPEAK UP FOR MY GRANNY IF NO ONE ELSE WILL. I LOVE YOU!!

Lois was an exceptional lady. She had a fierce spirit, and a gentle soul. I am so blessed to have had her in my life, from the time I was born, and to have decades of special memories with her. I will never forget her beautiful smile, her calming presence, her easy temperament, her impeccable fashion sense, her taste for adventure, her palpable love for others, and her overall zest for life.
I wish her family comfort, healing, and love, as they grieve the lost of their precious mother, Granny, and friend.

I knew Lois at Department of Family and Children Services, She was alway so kind and helpful to me and Mary Burdsal and all who worked with her. She had a fun loving spirit. Even though I have not seen her for many years she touched my heart each and every day and made my work load lighter.

My deepest sympathy to Yvonne and the entire Ward Family. Sis. Ward was a member of New Covenant SDA Church at the same time I was. She was a really good Church Treasurer. She will be missed. I am sorry that when I moved back to Savannah, I was unable to visit her. Rest Well Dear Sister.

My sincere thoughts and prayers are with the family of Lois Ward at this sad time…Lois and I worked together at Chatham County DFCS for many years…She was a beautiful person with a beautiful spirit, always willing to reach out to assist in whatever manner she could…She will be missed.