Derek Roy Adrien Ward, aged 42 passed away at RVRHC (Barrie) surrounded by and being held by his loving family on the 5th August 2024.
He will be forever in the hearts of his son Graham of Barrie, mother PamRose Eden-Cox (Kevin) of Massachusetts, father David Ward of Barrie, sisters; Nichon Miller (Steven) their children, Dean, Eowyn, Arlen of Edmonton and Letitia of Massachusetts.
He is survived by his grandfathers; Lowyn Eden of Orillia and Tom Scissons of Ottawa as well as many aunts, uncles, nephews, nieces and cousins across North America and the U.K. Derek will be deeply missed by his sweetheart Sara Fullerton, her children Rhiannon and Ehren and their 4-legged pals, Haze, Ohana and Prompto.
Predeceased by; Marc Eden, Marion Ward, Margaret Eden, Pat Ward, Gertrude Scissons, and many other relatives.
Derek cherished being with his friends and family. He loved fishing with Graham, playing his guitar, cooking (not too much garlic there Derek), boating and being outdoors with Sara’s 4 legged friends.
Derek was a man of many natural talents from doing brickwork to air brush painting motorcycle gas tanks and cars and graphic design. He grew up operating food concessions and booths with Neil in the CNE and Fairs Community. In every aspect of his life, Derek offered a listening ear, a helping hand and a kind word. This world is a better place because of you Derek.
A celebration of Derek’s life will be held on Friday August 16, 2024 at the Midland Legion, 196 Queen St. Midland, ON from 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm. Parking entrance is on Bay St. at the back of the legion.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Derek's memory can be made either by mail or on-line to the: Alberta Birds of Prey Foundation, 2124 16th Ave., Coaldale, Alberta T1M 1J8, Canada, or via online at www.burrowingowl.com
Memories and photos may be shared with the family at www.peacefultransition.ca