J. O. Ward, 44, of Fordyce died Monday, December 1, 2009 at his home. He was born August 28, 1965 in Warren, Arkansas. He owned and operated a logging business. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Everett and Rose Reynolds Ward and one brother, Allen Ward. He is survived by two sons, Steven Ward of East Camden and Bruce Ward of Fordyce; two brothers, David Ward and C.J. Ward both of Warren; one sister, Tammy Stewart of Crossett; two grandchildren, Allison Ward of East Camden and Emily Ward of Fordyce. Graveside services will be 2:00 pm Thursday at Parker Prospect Cemetery near Warren. Arrangements by Benton Funeral Home in Fordyce. To sign the online register visit
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