The Beautiful Life of Nana Marie

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Marie Lucille Ward
Show More Marie Lucille Ward
"Nana"
Dec. 12, 1925
Mar. 20, 2012
Resident of Felton

In loving memory of Marie Lucille Ward who passed away peacefully in her sleep at the home of her daughter March 20, 2012 at the age of 86 after a short battle with cancer.

Marie was born in London, England to James and Lucille Hill. She had one brother, James. She grew up in a war torn country during WWII. There she met a handsome young American soldier, Eugene Henry Ward. At only 19 years of age, Marie traveled thousands of miles from her home and family to America to wed her soldier. They settled in Hollister California and later were transferred to Avenal California where they raised four children. Marie later settled in Felton, California where the family had their summer home.

After her children were grown and on their own, Marie decided to start a new career in Real Estate. She worked for many years as a real estate agent, lastly for Network Alliance in Felton. Marie seemed to adopt almost every client she worked with. She was outgoing and very personable.

Marie's loves were family, friends, painting, music and dancing. She was a loving wife, mother, friend. She was Nana to all of her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Marie was loved and touched by all who knew her. She will be deeply missed.

Marie is survived by son Michael Ward and wife Pauline; son Patrick Ward and wife Debbie; son Stephen Ward and wife Allison; daughter Linda and husband Bill Finlayson; grandsons Jason Ward and wife Angee, Joseph Ward, Christopher Ward and Tanecia, Erik Ward, Travis Ward and granddaughter Racquel Ward; great grandchildren Nate, Kingston, Jonelle and Calani.

Marie was surrounded by family and friends at the end of her time here.
A memorial service was held to celebrate Marie's life on Saturday, April 28th at 1:00p.m. at Bayside Baptist Church, 1335 Seabright Avenue, Santa Cruz , CA.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to the American Cancer Society.

A special thank you to caregivers, Tracy and April for helping to take such good care of Marie in her last few months. The family would also like to thank Hospice of Santa Cruz County for their help and efforts in Marie's last days.
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