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Gwen Ward Obituary
Gwen M. Ward, age 73, of Olathe, Kansas and previously of Phillipsburg, Kansas passed away while surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, Aug. 30, 2012. Memorial Services will be at 3:00 pm on Monday, September 3, at the Presbyterian Church of Stanley, KS. (14895 Antioch Rd. Overland Park, KS. 66221) The Visitation and fellowship for family and friends will be before the service from 1 to 3 pm at the church. A Celebration of her life will follow at a later date in Phillipsburg, Kansas. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions to Presbyterian Church of Stanley or Olathe Hospice and Palliative Care both in care of the Alden-Harrington Funeral Home.
Gwen was born on March 29, 1939 in WaKeeney, Kansas the only child to Gerald and Elsie Jefferies. She attended schools in WaKeeney and graduated with her teaching degree from Fort Hays State University. She married Larry Ward June 19, 1963 in WaKeeney. They began their married life in Bogue, KS and then settled in Phillipsburg where they raised their family. Her first priority was her family. She was a loving mother and supportive wife. She was an active member of her Church and Community in Phillipsburg and later in Olathe. Her love and joy in life were her friends, family, and most importantly her grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband Larry Ward in 1990.
Survivors include two daughters Christy Elsner and husband Sean of Olathe, KS., Stephanie Frankenfeld and husband John of Thornton, CO., and five grandchildren Jeffrey, Chandler, Ashley, Chase and Carlee.
Arrangements: Alden-Harrington Funeral Home 913-422-4074 aldenharrington.com
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for Gwen Ward
Karen Brannam
September 12, 2012
To the family of Gwen. I am so sorry about the death of your mother. She was a sister in Alpha Gamma Delta at Fort Hays State the same time I was there. I met her again about 3 years ago and she was the same delightful woman that I remembered.
Juneil McQueen
September 12, 2012
Christy, Stephanie, and families,
I just learned of Gwen's death, and am so sorry. She and I were Alpha Gamma Delta sorority sisters at Ft. Hays State. She was always such a kind, sweet person and friend. Kerry and I send our sympathy, thoughts, and prayers to you and your families!
Juneil McQueen
September 12, 2012
Christie and Stephanie--My name is Virgie Renner. I was an Alpha Gamma Delta at Hays in Gwen's class. I live in KC and did not learn of Gwen death until this A.M. Please send me a note telling me about Gwen's last few days as I would like to inform our other sisters who I'm sure loved her too. I am so sorry to hear of her death. We had not talked on the phone for a couple of months. Once in a while we got together for lunch. The last time we were together, I could tell that she was not feeling very well. Even though we did not see each other often, I will miss her and the good times we had when we did get together. She was my roommate one year in the Sorority House in Hays. My E-mail is [email protected]. Thanks and please know that your mother was truly a precious jewel. Virgie Renner in Overland Park,KS.
September 7, 2012
Christy, Stephanie, and families,
I was soo sorry to hear about your mom...She was the sweetest lady and will be greatly missed...you'll all be in our thoughts and prayers. John and Julie McDonald
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Michaela Wells
September 3, 2012
Christy & Stephanie,
I am so sorry to hear about your Mom. What a wonderful lady she was! We will keep both of you and your families in our thoughts and prayers.
Janis Bayless
September 3, 2012
Your Mother was a very sweet lady, and we here in St. James Court will miss seeing her smiling face and hearing her soft and gentle voice. We used to meet at the mailbox and spend time just visiting and chatting, and doing what good neighbors do. I am not well and will be unable to attend the services today, but please know that she holds a special place in the hearts of me, my, husbaband, and my Mother. Blessings to your entire family and may God give you extra strength to get through these sad times.
Janis Bayless
September 2, 2012
So sorry to see you go, my cousin. You were in our prayers, as are your daughters' families.
Dwight & Sharon Rumpel
Marion
September 2, 2012
My dear friend you will be greatly missed. You were always there to greet new neighbors and made them feel very special. You are still always will be in my heart, thoughts and prayers. Marion
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