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He was employed with Ford Kansas City Assembly Plant, Claycomo, MO, in the General Stores department. He retired in 1999 after 35 years of service.
Tracy was a member and past Treasurer of the United Auto Workers, Local 249; a member of the National Rifle Association (NRA); and Ducks Unlimited. He loved being in the outdoors. His passion for hunting included deer, ducks and turkeys. He was an avid fisherman. He enjoyed company, visiting with family and friends, telling stories and boasting about his Kansas City Chiefs. His Sunday mornings consisted of TV ministers and church services, followed by Chiefs football. He was a very giving man, donating to numerous charities and fundraisers.
Surviving are one son, Scott Ward (Nikki), Versailles, MO; one daughter, LeAnn Ward, Parkville, MO; seven grandchildren, Michael Harris, Chicago, IL, Blake Ward (Morgan), Garden City, MO, Danielle Ward, Clinton, MO, Mikaela Hill (Cody), Versailles, MO, Charles Wilbers (Gabriel), Jefferson City, MO, Cole Wilbers, Wardsville, MO and Remington Ward, Versailles, MO; five great-grandchildren, Layne Ward, Elaina Carver, Kinsley Carver, Lucy Carver and Paisley Hill; special family friend who Tracy thought of as a son, Matt Ragan; and his beloved dog, Bud.
He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Vera “Stormy” Ward.
Mr. Ward’s wishes were to be cremated. No services are planned at this time. Arrangements are under the direction of the Bradley & Hadley Funeral Home, Clinton. Condolences may be left online at www.bradleyhadley.com.
Surviving are one son, Scott Ward (Nikki), Versailles, MO; one daughter, LeAnn Ward, Parkville, MO; seven grandchildren, Michael Harris, Chicago, IL, Blake Ward (Morgan), Garden City, MO, Danielle Ward, Clinton, MO, Mikaela Hill (Cody), Versailles, MO, Charles Wilbers (Gabriel), Jefferson City, MO, Cole Wilbers, Wardsville, MO and Remington Ward, Versailles, MO; five great-grandchildren, Layne Ward, Elaina Carver, Kinsley Carver, Lucy Carver and Paisley Hill; special family friend who Tracy thought of as a son, Matt Ragan; and his beloved dog, Bud.
He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Vera “Stormy” Ward.
Mr. Ward’s wishes were to be cremated. No services are planned at this time. Arrangements are under the direction of the Bradley & Hadley Funeral Home, Clinton. Condolences may be left online at www.bradleyhadley.com.
