Celebrating the life of
Thomas Lee Ward
November 09, 1936 - December 22, 2010
Tybee Island - Thomas Lee Ward, 74, died December 22, 2010 at Hospice Savannah, Inc. surrounded by his family and friends after a long courageous battle with cancer. Mr. Ward was born in Parris Island, SC and moved to Savannah over 65 years ago and has resided at Tybee Island since 1973. He graduated from Savannah High School and joined the Savannah Fire Department in 1958 and retired in 1989 as a Master Firefighter. Mr. Ward received a letter of commendation in 1980 from the City of Savannah for his heroic actions saving a young child. He was a member of Trinity Chapel United Methodist Church on Tybee Island where he served as an usher and a member of the choir. He was preceded in death by his father, Albert Allen Ward, Sr., mother, Willie Lee Brannan Ward Rowe and brother, Timothy A. Ward.
Surviving are his wife, Camille Ross Ward of Tybee Island; three sons and daughters-in-law, Thomas L. Ward Jr. and Cheryl Ward of Savannah; Tony R. Ward and Elizabeth Ward of Savannah; Ted B. Ward of Tybee Island; step-father, Damos Rowe of Oliver, GA; brother, Albert Allen Ward, Jr. and his wife, Brenda of Baton Rouge, LA; sister-in-law, Gaile Ward of Savannah; seven grandchildren, Ashlee, Chelsea, Lauren, Jamie, Elizabeth, Joy, John Ross and several nieces and nephews.
Visitation: 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Sunday, December 26, 2010 at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands Chapel.
Funeral: 11:00 a.m., Monday, December 27, 2010 at Trinity Chapel United Methodist Church, Tybee Island with Reverend Hank Perry officiating.
Burial: Hillcrest Abbey Memorial Park.
The family wishes to thank Dr. Jennifer Yannucci, Dr. George Negrea and staff and Hospice Savannah, Inc for the wonderful care extended to Mr. Ward.
Remembrances: Trinity Chapel United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 1203, Tybee Island, GA 31328 or Hospice Savannah, Inc., P.O. Box 13190, Savannah, GA 31416.
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Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands Chapel
Old Friends are a treasure. Heaven is rejoicing at his going home. Camille and family my prayers of comfort are with you in your loss. God Bless.
- Judy Stokes, Buford, GA
Camille, John and I are so sorry we were unable to attend Thomas's funeral. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you at this time. With Loving Prayers, Sarah and John Kimker
- Sarah and John Kimker, Midway, GA
Would like to say how sorry I am for your loss....we are also grieving for my mother, Barbara Cleary, who died on 12-21. I know they are in heaven laughing it up about all the times we shared at Tybee. Mom and I were just talking about Tommy 2 weeks ago little did we know they would be spending Christmas together in the heavens with the old Tybee crew. I will keep all of you in my prayers and hopefully we will all have a better 2011. God Bless!
- Chanel Cleary, Savannah, GA
I'm sorry to hear of the death of Thomas and though I can't come to the service today, I will come and visit you at your house;I haven't seen you in so long and I really would like to see youMillie Lance
- Thomas Ward, Savannah, GA
With deepest sympathy. Bill and Yvonne Horton
- Yvonne Horton, Savannah, GA
Camille, Tommy, Tony and Ted Brenda and I pray that the Lord who is the source of all good things will comfort you and give you peace. Nothing can fill the void left by Thomas passing on to be with his Father and Mother . We must all gain strength from the character he displayed and the love shown to us all while he was here. With my 'big brother' gone the world has lost a true Super Hero.
- Buddy Ward, Seoul,
Camile, Tommy, Tony & Ted, Shawn and I would like to express our deepest condolences. I can't begin to express how saddened I was to hear of Thomas' passing. I know what a long road you have all been down since learning of his illness. I hope you all can feel the comfort in knowing that he is in a much better place and watching over us all. I have the fondest memories of him as a life guard on the beach. I couldn't wait to see him there and hang out with my 'cool Uncle'. He always had a smile and a big hug waiting for me every time I saw him. This memory, and many others, I will carry with me always. Lots of love, Polly
- Polly Ward Whitfield, St. Amant, LA
Dear Camille and family, We are in Kentucky with Jim and his family. I just spoke to Mother and received the sad news. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. Tommy was so special to both Jimmy and me. We have so many fun, wonderful memories with both of you. He will be greatly missed. We love you. Karen and Jimmy Traver
- Karen Traver, Savannah, GA
Tommy, Wendy and I would like to give our condolences to you and your family. Just remember this special time of year, our saviors birthday. Your father gets to spend it in person with our Lord.
- Ricky & Wendy Barber, Bloomingdale, GA
Old Friends are a treasure. Heaven is rejoicing at his going home. Camille and family my prayers of comfort are with you in your loss. God Bless.
- Judy Stokes, Buford, GA
Camille, John and I are so sorry we were unable to attend Thomas's funeral. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you at this time. With Loving Prayers, Sarah and John Kimker
- Sarah and John Kimker, Midway, GA
Would like to say how sorry I am for your loss....we are also grieving for my mother, Barbara Cleary, who died on 12-21. I know they are in heaven laughing it up about all the times we shared at Tybee. Mom and I were just talking about Tommy 2 weeks ago little did we know they would be spending Christmas together in the heavens with the old Tybee crew. I will keep all of you in my prayers and hopefully we will all have a better 2011. God Bless!
- Chanel Cleary, Savannah, GA
I'm sorry to hear of the death of Thomas and though I can't come to the service today, I will come and visit you at your house;I haven't seen you in so long and I really would like to see youMillie Lance
- Thomas Ward, Savannah, GA
With deepest sympathy. Bill and Yvonne Horton
- Yvonne Horton, Savannah, GA
Camille, Tommy, Tony and Ted Brenda and I pray that the Lord who is the source of all good things will comfort you and give you peace. Nothing can fill the void left by Thomas passing on to be with his Father and Mother . We must all gain strength from the character he displayed and the love shown to us all while he was here. With my 'big brother' gone the world has lost a true Super Hero.
- Buddy Ward, Seoul,
Camile, Tommy, Tony & Ted, Shawn and I would like to express our deepest condolences. I can't begin to express how saddened I was to hear of Thomas' passing. I know what a long road you have all been down since learning of his illness. I hope you all can feel the comfort in knowing that he is in a much better place and watching over us all. I have the fondest memories of him as a life guard on the beach. I couldn't wait to see him there and hang out with my 'cool Uncle'. He always had a smile and a big hug waiting for me every time I saw him. This memory, and many others, I will carry with me always. Lots of love, Polly
- Polly Ward Whitfield, St. Amant, LA
Dear Camille and family, We are in Kentucky with Jim and his family. I just spoke to Mother and received the sad news. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. Tommy was so special to both Jimmy and me. We have so many fun, wonderful memories with both of you. He will be greatly missed. We love you. Karen and Jimmy Traver
- Karen Traver, Savannah, GA
Tommy, Wendy and I would like to give our condolences to you and your family. Just remember this special time of year, our saviors birthday. Your father gets to spend it in person with our Lord.
- Ricky & Wendy Barber, Bloomingdale, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
