A livestream of Jim's funeral will be broadcast on Debbie Ward's Facebook page.  Please request access to this livestream through Debbie Ward.

James John Ward, 88, Green Bay, passed away Thursday, March 21, 2024. He was born June 12, 1935, at the family home in Chicken Alley, WI to John Henry and Florence Marie (Bunkleman) Ward.

James married Stephena Holl on February 19, 1955. He loved his family and was happiest when he was around them. James was a man of strong faith and longtime devout member of the Seventh-Day Adventist. He enjoyed running and flying. James was proud to have completed a marathon and to have his pilot license.

He is survived by his wife, Stephena; children, Evan (Terri) Ward, Sandra Ward St. Laurent, Leland (Betty) Ward, Carmen Ward, Stuart (Karen) Ward, Carla (Keith) Jirik, Ryan (Deborah) Ward; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

James was preceded in death by his parents, John and Florence; siblings, Helen, Richard, Donald, Christina.

Friends and family will gather at Seventh-Day Adventist, 1414 Shawano Ave., from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Wednesday, March 27; Funeral Service to follow at 5 p.m. Fellowship to follow. Burial will be in Elm Lawn Cemetery. To send online condolences, please go to www.BlaneyFuneralHome.com.

A memorial fund will be established in James' name to benefit Seventh-Day Adventist Church, ADRA fund.