Mr. Keith James Ward, 67, of Hickory, passed away on Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at Carolina Caring Hospice in Newton, following a period of declining health.
Keith was born on November 27, 1956 in Catawba County to the late James Franklin Ward and Edith Hice Ward. He was previously employed in several different fields, including brick masonry, furniture manufacturing and lastly agriculture.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by several aunts and uncles.
The family will hold a receiving of family and friends on Friday, May 17, 2024 from 2:00 until 3:00 P.M. at Heritage Funeral Service in Valdese.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Carolina Caring, 3975 Robinson Rd., Newton, NC 28658 or to livestrong.org.
Heritage Funeral Service & Crematory of Valdese is assisting the Ward family.