Mary M Ward

Mary was born on March 28, 1935, to Octaviano Maldonado and Soccoro Maldonado. She was predeceased by her two sisters, Alice Sanchez and Margaret Perez; and grandson, Justin Ward.

Mary was a hard worker, working on the production line at GE Appliance Park for over 15 years while raising her six children. She took great pride in raising her family and instilling great family traditions that would last for generations. Her house was full of love. Whether it was cooking for you on special occasions or dancing with loved ones, she had a way of making everyone feel extra special. She enjoyed weekly outings with her girlfriends, travelling across the world, and all the beauty of the holiday season. Mary truly touched all that knew her. Her legacy will live on in her family for years to come.

Mary is survived by her husband and love of her life of 68 years, John William Ward; six children: son, Michael J. Ward (Kim); daughter, Linda Murphy (Carl); son, Phillip Ward; son, Mark Ward (Norma); daughter, Sandra Wessling (Tom); son, John William Ward, Jr. (Machelle); grandchildren: Jeremy Hardin, Jamey Ward, Chris Murphy (Chelsea), Brandon Ward, Travis Ward (Kaitlyn), Madison Murr (Jake), Whitney Proffitt (Toby), Grant Wessling, Jonathan Ward (Autumn), Daniel Murphy (Courtney); great grandchildren: Andrew Jones, Jacob Jones, Rylan Murphy, Kaylee Manley, Bryson Arnold, Emery Hall, Easton Hall, Wesley Ward, and Ryder Ward; and numerous nieces and nephews from San Antonio, Texas.

Her visitation will be 3:00 pm – 8:00 pm on Thursday, September 26th at Arch L. Heady at Resthaven, 4400 Bardstown Road; Funeral service will be at 12:00 Noon on Friday, September 27th in the Chapel of Arch L. Heady at Resthaven. Burial will be at the Resthaven Cemetery.