John Ward, Jr., widower of Maggie Marie Hunter Spencer Ward, was born on May 7, 1944 in Georgetown County, South Carolina to the late John and Cecil Woodberry Ward, Sr. He transitioned from this earthly life on July 8, 2019 at his residence.

John graduated from Howard High School in 1962. Upon graduation, he moved to Harlem, NY to live with his sister, Sarah. He was employed with Quality Printing, and during that time met his soul mate, Maggie. After their union, he began working at New York Housing Authority, from where he retired.

John attended St. Luke Baptist Church in Harlem, NY, under the leadership of Pastor Walter L. Harding. After returning to South Carolina, he became affiliated with High Hills Missionary Baptist Church, under the leadership of Pastor Donald Amis.

John leaves to cherish his fond memory his sweet daughter, Shanteen V. (Lazaro) Ward-Morales of Hampton, VA; his beloved son, Stefon J. (Gloria) Ward of Atlanta, GA; siblings: Sarah Johnson, Helen Collins, and Charles Ward; three aunts: Minnie B. Long of Jacksonville, FL, Catherine (Lewis) Stephens of Charlotte, NC, and Nellie Baldwin of Sumter, SC; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

In addition to his parents and wife, John was preceded in death by two sisters, Alithia Horry and Earnestine Dones; and a brother, Joseph Ward.

Public Viewing will be held on Friday, July 12, 2019 from 2-6pm at Job's Mortuary.

Mr. Ward will be placed in the church on Saturday, July 13, 2019 at 10am for viewing until the hour of service.

Funeral Services will be held at 11am on Saturday, July 13, 2019 at High Hills Missionary Baptist Church 6750 Meeting House Road Dalzell, SC 29040, with Pastor Donald Amis Officiating, and Rev. Willie Wright, Eulogist.

Interment will follow in High Hills Church Cemetery.

Family will be receiving friends at the home, 1620 North Kings Highway Sumter, SC 29154.

Job's Mortuary, Inc., 312 S. Main Street is in charge of arrangements.