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Edgar Thomas Ward, 82, of Morganton, NC, gained his heavenly wings on Wednesday, May 27, 2026.
Born in Avery County, NC on January 26, 1944, he was the son of the late Cecil Ward and Edith Bare Ward.
He was a veteran of the US Army. He loved to do anything outdoors, especially camping or fishing. Mr. Ward had a great sense of humor and loved to cut up. Edgar was a devoted father and grandfather, and he loved his family and spending time with them.
Those left to cherish his memory include his daughter, Angie Ward-Pritchard (Chris); son, Danny Ward; grandchildren, Kamryn Pritchard and Karley Pritchard; siblings, Terry Ward, Patsy Trivette, and Linda Ward; and numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family.
In addition to his parents, Edgar was preceded in death by brothers, Bill and Harvey Ward.
The family will receive friends from 12 to 1 p.m., Thursday, June 4, 2026 at Sossoman Funeral Home. The graveside service will follow at 1:45 p.m. in the cemetery of Connelly Springs Free Will Baptist Church.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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I have known Ed for probably 50 years. He was one of the greatest souls I ever met he was always good to me and get to my family most of you know he lived with my sister for years. He was just part of my family he always seemed like family even years later I went up and hung out with Ed about 2 months ago and talked to him for a long time and he was building his house and so proud of it he was such a good man may God give him peace and let him rest made forever be in heaven waiting to me all of us. I watch both his children grow up they love their father as he love them very much his son-in-law Chris he thought as much of Chris as .he did his own son we all love Ed very much. He will be missed by many it was one of a kind he was very comical but he can also get very serious need to be he was a tough man rest in peace my friend .I love you..
So sorry for your loss. Praying for you all. Love you Angie.
Angie I'm so sorry for your loss, love and prayers.
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I'm so sorry for your loss. Sending prayers of comfort during this time of loss.