James Ward

James Anthony Ward (Jamie), was born on May 13, 1987, in Biddeford Maine, to parents Beverely Evadny Blake-Ward and Robert Ward. After graduating from High School James enlisted in the United States Marine Corps, where he served as a Corporal. James’ duty assignment was as a Military Police Officer. James served his country with honor and pride.

After leaving the Marines, James worked as a Police Officer in North Carolina. While there James discovered his love for motorcycles. James loved riding bikes and being a cop.

Back in High School James met Ashley, who would eventually become his wife. Ashley supported and loved James, and James in turn loved Ashley. James’ and Ashley’s love produced two incredible children: Isaiah and Aria Ward. Isaiah and Aria were everything to James. James often bragged about his children and expressed how proud he was of them; James loved Isaiah and Aria very much.

James had a close relationship with his brothers Cliff and Junior March. Cliff, Jamie and Junior grew up together and loved each other dearly. The older boys loved their little brother and always looked out for him.

James had a close relationship with his father Robert Ward, whose steps he followed into the Marines.

James is survived by his wife Ashley Ward, his children Isaiah Maddox Ward and Aria Julianne Ward, his father Robert Ward, brothers Keith March and Cliff-Andrew March, as well as others.

James died on April 12, 2024.

“To live in the heart we leave behind is not to die.”

Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like Eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint- Isaiah 40:30