Thomas G. Ward Obituary in Fuquay-Varina at Trice Funeral Home, Inc.

Obituary For Thomas G. Ward

Thomas Gerald Ward was born on March 17, 1953 to the late Lois Mae Ward and the late Lee Ander Utley in Holly Springs, NC. He was called to eternal rest on October 23, 2024 at Transitions LifeCare in Raleigh, NC.

Thomas was a life-long resident of Holly Springs. He attended school in the Wake County School System. He was a 1971 graduate of Fuquay-Varina High School. Thomas was employed at Henry Wurst in Apex and retired after many years of service to the company.

Thomas joined First Baptist Church of Holly Springs and served as a Trustee and sang in the Male Chorus. He enjoyed cooking, restoring guns, watching wrestling and spending time with his family.

Thomas ws preceded in death by his loving grandmother, Sophia Ward, uncles, George ‘Buck’ Ward and Charlie Ward and aunt, Inez W. Lyons.

Thomas leaves behind memories for his children who affectionately call him “Pops”… sons, Jeryl Maurice Lockley (Carina) of Angier, North Carolina, Christopher Gerald Graham (Latonia) of Youngsville, North Carolina, Christopher Lamont Chance (Crystal) of Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina and daughter, Tahala Nicole Council (Anthony) of Raleigh, North Carolina.

He also leaves eleven grandchildren and six great grandchildren; sister, Barbara Jenkins; aunts, Louise W. McCullers, Ernestine W. Cofield, and Bernice W. Harris and a host of cousins, other relatives and friends who love him.

Public viewing: 2:00 - 6:00 pm on Friday, November 1, 2024, at Trice Funeral Home Chapel, 127 N. West Street in Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526.

Visitation: 12:00 - 1:00 pm on Saturday, November 2, 2024, at First Baptist Church of Holly Springs, in Holly Springs, NC 27540.

Funeral will be held 1:00 pm on Saturday, November 2, 2024, at First Baptist Church of Holly Springs, 208 Grisby Avenue in Holly Springs, NC 27540.

Burial: Town of Holly Springs Cemetery, 451 W. Earp Street in Holly Springs, NC 27540.

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Hubert Griffith sent Peace & Serenity Dishgarden for Thomas G. Ward - November 02, 2024

From Hubert and The Griffith Family with Sincere Condolences, Blessings and Love

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Lula Lunsford lit a candle for Thomas Ward

Thomas Gerald Ward as we knew our classmate.Just a wonderful guy with a great sense of humor. May the love of God, family and friends provide comfort now and in the days ahead. Gloria Burton Class of 1971 Fuquay Varina High School

Condolences to children, grandchildren and family. May God comfort you all. Darlene Norris-B

My sincere condolences to the Ward family. R.I.P Thomas Roberta Burton Norris

To the Ward Friend I send my condolences. I'm so sorry to hear about my classmate. May God Continue To Keep You In His Arms. Emma McKoy

To the Ward Family: May you feel the love that is being extended by others who are with you during this difficult time of grief. We thank God for His blessed assurance: "I know that my Redeemer lives, and that in the end He will stand upon the earth. And after my skin has been destroyed, yet in my flesh I will see God." (Job 19:25-26)" - Sorrowfully submitted by Deacon Garnell Heggie & Reverend Dr. Mary M. Heggie

Praying for the family of Thomas Ward, praying God's comfort and strength in your time of loss and sorrow. Sharon M Whitfield

Praying for the Ward family and the Children and Grandchildren of Mr. Thomas Ward. My Condolences extended to you all.

My heartfelt condolences to the Ward family, friends and loved ones. "The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord, and HE delights in his ways. " Psalms 37:23. Fuquay Varina High School Class of 1973

Family... sorry for your loss. Yet you have gained another angel to watch over you. Be blessed and take the time needed to heal.

To the Ward family - We are so sorry for your loss. Sending our deepest condolences. Dianne Thomas & the Class of '71

My Condolences to the Ward Family Justin and katherine McClain

Sending our condolences to the Ward family and God continue heal you all hearts. At this time. Peace and blessings... The green family

My condolences to the Family and my prayers are with you. Chris Moore...friend of Barbara Jenkins!

Sorry I will not be able to attend the service. Thomas was a special cousin that I remember from first meeting my Ward family on Ward's Hill. Blessings to my family, and I love you all! Cousin Diane Ward Garner, Chadbourn

Praying for the family at this time from Maryland and Ruby Snelling

Praying for the family at this time ⌚ from Maryland and Ruby Snelling

Praying for the family from Maryland and Ruby Snelling

The Mims Family

Sending prayers to the Ward family. Garland Johnson Jr. and family.

Praying for our family. May you find peace and strength during this time. Thomas was always so nice and thought the world of our Quentin. 💔 Walter Lee and Vanessa Ward

Our condolences to the family of Thomas Ward. Elder Edward Lucas

Sending condolences from Larry Gaddy and family. RIP cousin.

AN NICE GUY GROWING UP Rip OUR CONDOLENCES THE FAMILY KENNETH AND GENEICE PEARSON

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