Clara Troy Ward, 92, Ft. Walton Beach, FL died November 19, 2022. Enjoy free access to the most up-to-date SSDI search for individuals with International Social Security numbers. The groups performance style, such as the mimed packing of suitcases as part of the song Packin Up, may have been condemned by some purists as clowning, but was wildly popular with their audiences. This site is provided as a service of SCI Shared Resources, LLC. In 1949, having expanded the lineup to include singers Henrietta Waddy and Marion Williams, the group traveled to Los Angeles and cut their first records for the Miltone label. We will . Clara Ward, age 80, of Erie, passed away Monday, August 26, 2019. According to her sister Willa, Gertrude Ward recognized Clara's exceptional musical ability when Clara was a child and controlled and manipulated Clara throughout her life. Ward welcomed thousands to see her home ten years ago during an episode of Extreme Makeover: Home Edition. The stamp can still be purchased with a CD and other gospel singers' stamps online.[7]. What is Fold3. Hashtag: sysoon60126146, memorial60126146, grave60126146, death, funeral, findagrave, buria , obituary, 39573c2, a Ward, obits, ssn, family. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Sexually abused in childhood by a cousin and relentlessly driven as prime breadwinner by her mother throughout her life, Clara's life was one of constant work and little joy. Gospel News Journal". C. L. Franklin (with whom the Ward groups extensively toured), the famous Detroit-based preacher and father of legendary Aretha Franklin. Clara was the beloved mother of two daughters, Cynthia Ward-Moore and Claritha "ReRe" Meyers both of Erie; and two sons, Donald Ward (Marilyn) of Buffalo, N.Y. and Bennie Ward of Erie. She was born in Waycross, Ga., on March 8, 1939, daughter of the late Rilla Mims Jenkins Young and King David Jenkins. The Miltone recordings were purchased in a multi-artist package by Gotham Record Company, which had moved to Philadelphia. Comfort the family with flowers or a sympathy gift. Click on the address to view a map. Ward co-starred in the Hollywood movie A Time to Sing, starring Hank Williams, Jr., Shelley Fabares, Ed Begley, and D'Urville Martin. Clara was often an advocate in the court system for people in trouble. In 1998, the 32 Clara Ward Legends of American Music Series Gospel Singers stamp was issued by the United States Post Office. seeing the photos of Emmett Tills mutilated body. She had a marked influence on later singers, such as her protge Aretha Franklin, who adopted her moan for secular songs, and who saluted Ward in Amazing Grace, the gospel album she recorded with James Cleveland in the early 1970s. Williams' singing style helped make the group nationally popular when they began recording in 1948. The album was later reissued on the Capitols budget Pickwick label, minus one song. She will be deeply missed. Arrangements are being handled by the Dusckas Funeral Home, Inc. Sign the Guestbook at www.GoErie.com/obits. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. 2017-2023 Tribute Archive. Ward suffered a series of strokes prior to her death. Arrangements under the direction of Chattanooga Funeral Home, Crematory & Florist-East Chapel, East Ridge, TN. All rights reserved. [Cover page]: "Exclusive funeral pictures. As gospel music grew in popularity in the first half of the twentieth century, Ward started singing professionally, first with her mother and her sister Willa as The Ward Trio. Attention: Death verified by Social security index. Always your friend, Sarah. Preceded in death by her husband Timothy F. Ward who served in 4 different branches in the military. Look below the item for additional data you may want to include. It became Jacksons signature song. If you are experiencing technical issues, we'd request that you contact Calisphere directly. We are currently preparing a system for publishing answers. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Clara Ward please visit our. You can even leave 'virtual flowers' on the memorials you visit to complete the online cemetery experience. Funeral Director Coroner's Case Number Release Date (mm/dd/yyyy) Released Time 49946 1/9/2019 GLENN, MARJORIE 3/5/1945 F WHITE 7/30/2018 NORWALK SKILLED NURSING AND WELLNESS CENTRE 00:00:00 49955 1/9/2019 WHITMAR, DAVID 1/19/1941 M UNKNOWN 11/4/2018 COUNTRY VILLA BELMONT HEIGHTS Sign up for service and obituary updates. Ward is interred in the Forest Lawn Memorial Park Cemetery in . If youre in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist. You can start building your own collection of David Bowie memorabilia thanks to his extensive body of music, film and more. Ward is interred in the Forest Lawn Memorial Park Cemetery in Glendale, California. GOD BLESS YOU ALL. It may take up to 1 hour for your comment to appear on the website. Rosa Parks said that she thought about going to the back of the bus, but when she thought about Emmett Till, she couldnt do it. SHE WILL TRULY BE MISSED BY FAMILY FRIENDS AND THE ERIE COMMUNITYWELL DONE MRS WARD REST WITH THE ANGELSBLESSED ARE THOSE WHO MOURN, FOR THEY WILL BE COMFORTED MATT" 5:4. Interment will follow at Erie Cemetery. With millions of names, it's an invaluable tool for genealogist and history buffs. In 1977, Ward was honored posthumously at the Songwriters Hall of Fame in New York City and her surviving sister, Willa, accepted the award in her honor. Mrs. Ward was a member of Brainerd Baptist Church where, for many years, she served in the Young Adults Sunday School Department and as secretary of the Women of Missions, The Senior Adults of the church will always remember with fondness Claras generosity in providing a 46 passenger bus which is still used primarily for travel by the group, known as the Keenagers. Clara Thompson Ward of Chattanooga passed from this life on Monday, June 23, 2014. We will remember him forever. RE: Calisphere: Request high-resolution copy of item for Clara Ward, 1925-1973: memorial tribute (Gospel News Journal, v. 8, no. Ward recorded her first solo song in 1940, and continued accompanying the Ward Gospel Trio, thereafter. "Another earth angel chosen for God's highest heaven. Food has always been a go-to for people in mourning. contributor's website. Learn more about the collections in Calisphere. It had earlier built and sold plants in Louisiana and Kentucky. Their support was vital to the move of Bethel Bible Village from Signal Mountain to Hixson. In 1969, Ward recorded an album for Capitol Records, Soul and Inspiration, which consisted of pop songs from Broadway plays and Hollywood movies. Play Tribute Movie. ", My lovely aunt Clara me and the kids are very upset but our family is strong. Tills murder is noted as a pivotal event motivating the African-American Civil Rights Movement. Gertrude first called the group The Consecrated Gospel Singers, then simply The Ward Trio. The three singers, with the two girls alternating as piano accompanists, initially appeared at churches in and around their hometown, but after creating a sensation at the National Baptist Convention in Chicago in 1943, they began touring widely. She was a member of East Newnan Baptist Church and had lived in Grantville for the past 10 years. 1911, Gertrude created and managed a second group, "The Clara Ward Specials", to accompany the Ward Singers. The Ward Singers began touring nationally in 1943, after making a memorable appearance at the National Baptist Convention held in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania that year. Funeral industry and Genealogy directory. Recent Obituaries | Chapel of Memories Funeral Home. These wartime tours were filmed, and all the Ward Singers were given special certificates of recognition by the U.S. Army. Clara Ward was considered an emotional singer who produced a long list of bestselling gospel records, including "Surely, God Is Able," "How I Got Over," "Come in the Room" and "The Day Is Past and Gone." Ward's popularity filled auditoriums and churches wherever she performed. Philadelphia, Penna. Click on the address to view a map. Enjoy free access to the most up-to-date SSDI search for individuals with International Social Security numbers. Malacos Former Employee Bill Isaacs Has Passed Away. Congratulations to our friend, Dr. Bill Ferris. In 1977, Ward was honored posthumously at the Songwriters Hall of Fame in New York City, and her surviving sister, Willa, accepted an award in her honor. We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time. In addi [1] Aretha Franklin and Rev. Military records of Clara Ward at Fold3.com, a free resource for finding the final resting places, listings for thousands of celebrity graves. Gotham's Irv Ballen recorded some new Ward material, including "Surely God Is Able", and some of the Ward Singers' Gotham recordings were transferred to Savoy Record Company in Newark, New Jersey to settle a contract dispute. Malaco is home to many recording artists and songwriters, a catalog of thousands of original recordings and song copyrights. Love u all rip clara, Dearest Claritha, My heart goes out to you at this time. This movie was released by MGM in 1968 and Clara's picture appears on lobby cards and other movie advertisements. The Clara Ward Singers recorded an album together on the Verve label, V-5019, The Heart, The Faith, The Soul of Clara Ward, and the Ward Singers performed their music live in Philadelphia with the city's Symphony and the Golden Voices Ensemble. There are also several scenes of the Clara Ward Singers performing gospel songs in the film. Gertrude first called the group "The Consecrated Gospel Singers," then simply "The Ward Trio." Friends may call at the Second Baptist Church, 757 East 26th Street, on Saturday from 9 a.m. until the time of the Funeral Service there at noon, conducted by Rev. The addition of Marion Williams, who arose of the Miami, Florida Pentecostal tradition brought to the group a powerful singer with a preternaturally broad range, able to reach the highest registers of the soprano range without losing either purity or volume, with the added ability to descend "growling low notes" in the style of a country preacher. Memorials are rich with content, including dates, photos and bios. She was preceded in death by a brother, Willard Buddy Thompson and a sister, Agnes Ann Bosworth. Clara grew to love the Lord at an early age. Search the SSDI online for free now or subscribe for access to billions of other genealogy records. Her marriage ended after only one year. In July 1998, in recognition of her status, the United States Postal Service issued a 32-cent stamp with her image. Despite her career success, Wards life was an unhappy one. SO PRAISE GOD FOR HER LEGACY THAT WILL LIVE ON IN ERIE, AND, THROUGHOUT THIS WORLD. David Kessler's top 4 tips for dealing with holiday grief. Though Ward did not regularly sing secular music as a soloist or with her groups, she did sing backup for pop artists with her sister Willas background group, most notably on Dee Dee Sharps hit, Mashed Potato Time, which reached the top of Billboards pop chart in 1962. They appeared on Oral Roberts' Country Roads TV special, later released as a soundtrack album. She was well known for her love of community service and was the founder of the Youth Development Center. Join a discussion and talk to others in the Sysoon community. 1924, She married Louis Ward and they moved to Buffalo, N.Y. From this union, there were four children. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 9:30- 10:30 am Monday. Clara Thompson Ward of Chattanooga passed from this life on Monday, June 23, 2014. Williams singing helped make the group nationally popular when they began recording in 1948. . The trial attracted a vast amount of press attention. The Ward Singers had been queens of the gospel circuit during the 1950s, but by the early 60s they had found a new, largely white, and more lucrative mainstream audience for their show-stopping stage act and flamboyant attire, losing much of their African American church followers in the process. View our statement on digital primary resources. Medical Center since suffering a second stroke at her suburban Baldwin Hills home last week. All Rights Reserved. She was a beloved gospel artist who achieved great success, both artistic and commercial, in the 1940s and 1950s as leader of The Famous Ward Singers. Finally, Jan. 16, 1973, at the age of 48, she was dead. Two of their songsSurely God Is Able and Move Up a Little Higher, both released by Gotham that yearbecame major gospel hits, said to have sold more than a million copies each. . Marion Williams was also added to the group; she came out of the Pentecostal tradition growing up in Miami, Florida. Clara will be deeply missed by her family and everyone who knew her. With millions of names, it's an invaluable tool for genealogists and history buffs. The groups name continuously evolved, and included The Consecrated Gospel Singers, The Famous Ward Singers of Philadelphia, or The Ward Gospel Trio, which consisted of Mother Gertrude, her youngest daughter Clara, and her elder daughter Willa. Accordingly, stars such as Marion Williams and Frances Steadman not only had to accept second billing and lesser pay for their work, but pay their employers rent out of their earnings. - Accuracy of the file. Sysoon enables anyone to create a free online tribute for a much loved relative or friend who has passed away. In 1968, The Clara Ward Singers toured Vietnam at the request of the U.S. State Department and the U.S.O. Search the SSDI online for free now or subscribe for access to billions of other genealogy records. Part of the renovations made during Extreme Makeover was the extension of the Youth Development Center. Many people choose to share their Memorial Websites in Sysoons Featured Memorial Website Program. They took Till away to a barn, where they beat him and gouged out one of his eyes, before shooting him through the head and disposing of his body in the Tallahatchie River, weighting it with a 70-pound (32kg) cotton gin fan tied around his neck with barbed wire. Franklin, the Ward Singers frequently toured during the 1950s. Both Aretha Franklin and her father sang at Ward's funeral in Philadelphia. Clara was born in Salem, Ohio on July 19, 1930 to Paul and Margaret (McClish) Franklin. A true blessing to the Erie community. Other singles and albums also appeared during that period on such labels as Duke, Dot and Vanguard. contributor's website. Has Calisphere helped you advance your research, complete a project, or find something meaningful? To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one. Gertrude Ward created a booking agency for gospel acts, sponsored tours under the name "The Ward Gospel Cavalcade", established a publishing house for gospel music, and wrote an instructional manual for churches, detailing how to promote gospel programs. The Dignity Memorial brand name is used to identify a network of licensed funeral, cremation and cemetery providers that include affiliates of Service Corporation International, 1929 Allen Parkway, Houston, Texas. I love and will always think of you We will miss you down hereyou have been a great inspiration to usfly high until we meet againI love you. Photograph of Clara Ward on the cover. Other survivors include several nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. Ward Age 89 of Minerva, passed away at Community Care on Friday, February 14, 2020. Funeral services will be held Monday, June 30, 2014 at 10:30 am at the East Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home. Mrs. Ward and her husband, Clifton, and their friends, Charles and Jean Campbell, came to Chattanooga from West Virginia in 1953 to start Uniform Rental Service. Emmett Louis Till (July 25, 1941 - August 28, 1955) was an African-American teenager who was murdered in Mississippi at the age of 14 after reportedly flirting with a white woman. Ward had a longtime romance with Rev. Willa describes Clara as explaining her occasional lesbian encounters as the sexual expression likely to escape her mother's notice. Address and location of Clara Ward which have been published. You can even leave virtual flowers on the memorials you visit to complete the online cemetery experience. Allen Kinsler Officiating and where the family will receive friends from 11am until time of the service. Her only real happiness seems to have come from her longtime romance with Rev. Emmett Louis Till (July 25, 1941 August 28, 1955) was an African-American teenager who was murdered in Mississippi at the age of 14 after reportedly flirting with a white woman. Tuesday. Miami-born Marion Williams (19271994) also influenced well-known musicians, particularly gospel great Alex Bradford and rock n roll pioneer Little Richard, both of whom emulated her high-pitched woos.. 2019 Malaco Record Group. 4 and 5. In July 1998, in recognition of her status as one of the most famous and loved gospel singers in the world, Ward was memorialized with a United States Postal Service 32-cent stamp. Williams left the group in 1958, when her demand for a raise and reimbursement for hotel expenses was rejected. His mother, who had raised him mostly by herself, insisted on a public funeral service with an open casket to show the world the brutality of the killing. Every Memorial Website celebrates the legacy of a life. Clara Ward Rogers Mrs. Clara Rogers, 75 of Grantville, passed away, Sunday, February 07, 2016 at Newnan Nursing and Rehabilitation. Hashtag: sysoon3693310, memorial3693310, grave3693310, death, funeral, findagrave, buria , obituary, 385afe, a Ward, obits, ssn, family. Her 1972 album Uplifting on United Artists, produced by Nikolas Venet and Sam Alexander, included an interpretation of Bill Wither's pop hit "Lean On Me" and a rearrangement of the Soul Stirrer's 1950's recording of "Thank You, Jesus". May you all find comfort in her everlasting loving caring Memories. To obtain an actual death certificate (and not just the index) for persons dying in Los Angeles County after July 1, 1905, contact the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk, 12400 E. Imperial Hwy, Norwalk, CA 90650. My condolences to my erie family sorry i can not be there. Clara Ward was first exposed to singing in her church. Three days later, Tills body was discovered and retrieved from the river. [en] Vital records: Clara E Ward at +Archives + Follow. It has been called Dr. Seuss Day because of this. Share Your Memories and Sympathies and Join the Bereaved! C. L. Franklin (with whom the Ward groups extensively toured), the famous Detroit-based preacher and father of Motown legend Aretha Franklin. Much Love to you during this yet another difficult time. In 1969, Ward recorded an album for Capitol Records, Soul and Inspiration, consisting of pop songs from Broadway plays, Hollywood movies and the Jimmy Radcliffe song of hope "If You Wanna Change The World". 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Two more strokes followed: one listed as "minor" during a recording session at her home in December 1972;[6] another on January 9, 1973, which left Ward in a coma.[3]. The first occurred in August 1967 which was listed as "massive". . The family and local community are now mourning the loss of a woman who put the city on the map for her generosity to children. . Lived: 51 years. They recorded an album together on the Verve label, The Heart, The Faith, The Soul of Clara Ward, and the Ward Singers performed their music live in Philadelphia with the symphony and the Golden Voices Ensemble. Her only real happiness seems to have come from her longtime romance with Rev. At Carson-Newman College, an endowment was established by them to provide scholarships for students planning to go into missions work. Vol. To plant trees in memory, please visit the, To the family of Clara, I was blessed to have met this amazing woman. Curiously, none of the songs they recorded in Los Angeles were ever issued on Miltone, but many soon appeared on other labels, including Dolphins of Hollywood, Gotham and Savoy. The other 5 Jet Magazines in this collection show cover stories relating to Tills death: Will Mississippi Whitewash the Emmett Till Slaying?, Emmett Tills Ghost Haunts Natchez, Where is Third Man in Till Lynching? About Clara Ward. In 1950, Clara Ward and the Famous Ward Singers of Philadelphia made their first appearance at Carnegie Hall in New York City on a gospel program titled Negro Music Festival, produced by gospel music pioneer Joe Bostic. Singer Clara Ward at Dinah Washington's Funeral - Jet Magazine, January 2, 1964 Click the three dots button below and to the right and then click "all sizes" to read an article or to see the image clearly. Family members said she left a lasting impact on the families and children she helped. The Ward Singers narrowly missed death when their hotel in Vietnam was bombed and several guests died. Clara B. You can become a member, create a memorial, submit data, add flowers, add photos and search our database at no charge. Clara Ward has records at: United States. [en] Vital records: Clara Ward at +Archives + Follow. C. L. Franklin sang at her funeral in Philadelphia; Marion Williams performed at her second memorial service held days later in Los Angeles, California. At that time, Uniform Rental Service had plants or warehouses in Chattanooga, Atlanta, Birmingham, Cookeville, Tennessee and Laurel Mississippi. PRAYING FOR YOU ALL FAMILY DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME AND, MAY GOD COMFORT EACH AND EVERYONE AND KEEP YOU SAFE IN HIS ARMS. Please, Login or Sign-up to post your comments. Death record, obituary, funeral notice and information about the deceased person. Clara's depression resulted in alcoholism. http://thumbnails.digitallibrary.usc.edu/gmha-burkhardt-prog-ward-001~01.jpg, Gospel Memorabilia International (Beverly Hills), Clara Ward, 1925-1973: memorial tribute (Gospel News Journal, v. 8, no. Norwalk, CA 90650. The album was later reissued on the Capitol's budget Pickwick label minus one track. She was also the play's musical director. Your entry has exceeded the maximum character limit. The Campbell's soon moved to Atlanta to . Events surrounding Emmett Tills life and death, according to historians, continue to resonate, and almost every story about Mississippi returns to Till, or the region in which he died, in some spiritual, homing way. Consider uploading your photo of Clara Ward so that your pictures are included in Clara Ward's genealogy, family trees & family history records. Clara Ward, 1925-1973, memorial tribute. She just worked hard, she's a hard worker," said Claritha Meyers. This memorial website was created in memory of Clara Ward, 85, born on September14, 1911 and passed away on April2, 1997. Several nights later, Bryants husband Roy and his half-brother J. W. Milam went to Tills great-uncles house. Please, Login or Sign-up to post your comments. Sysoon also contains listings for thousands of celebrity graves, making it the premier online destination for tombstone tourists. images of his mutilated body were published in black-oriented magazines and newspapers, rallying popular black support and white sympathy across the U.S. Tills murder is noted as a pivotal event motivating the African-American Civil Rights Movement. We are currently preparing a system for publishing answers. Sysoon enables anyone to create a free online tribute for a much loved relative or friend who has passed away. See our terms of use for more tips. Visit the Funeral Home's Website. When Savoy began contracting with the Ward Singers for new recordings in the 1950s, they were primarily recorded and engineered in Bergen County, New Jersey, by Rudy Van Gelder. The National Read Across America Day takes place every year on March 2, Geisels birthday. In turn, she greatly influenced the young Aretha Franklin, with whose father, the Reverend C.L. A gifted singer and arranger, Ward took the lead-switching style used by male gospel quartets to new heights, leaving room for spontaneous improvisation and . Ward died on January 16, 1973[2] at age 48 as a result of the strokes. A Courageous Woman for the Children & the Oppressed in Erie. They even toured for six weeks as an opening act for comedian Jack Benny. To complete their dramatic image, they often wore coiffured wigs. Clara Ward has records at: 02891, United States. Clara Ward is interred in the Forest Lawn Memorial Park Cemetery in Glendale, California. More information Rosa Parks said that she thought about going to the back of the bus, but when she thought about Emmett Till, she couldnt do it (her refusal to give her seat to a white man occurred 95 days after Tills death). I pray that TMH God be with you during this difficult time. In 1950, Clara Ward and the Famous Ward Singers of Philadelphia made their first Carnegie Hall appearance on a gospel program titled Negro Music Festival, produced by gospel music pioneer, Joe Bostic, sharing the stage with Mahalia Jackson, appearing at the famed venue for Bostic's program in 1952, as well.[2]. Death date: 0 June, 1975, Sunday. Join a discussion and talk to others in the Sysoon community. Prayers & Blessings to the family.. She is HOME!! Ward was the first gospel singer to sing with a 100-piece symphony orchestra in the 1960s. The group also recorded over the years as Clara Ward and the Ward Singers. Claras distinctive arrangement of the traditional hymn How I Got Over, recorded in 1950 for Gotham, was soon successfully covered by Mahalia Jackson for Apollo Records in New York. View the latest documents, pictures, photos and images of or upload the files of your loved one. Clara Bell Ward, 80 years old of Oak Hill passed away on Wednesday, May 12, 2010. Recommend Clara's obituary to your friends. Military records of Clara Ward at Fold3.com, a free resource for finding the final resting places, listings for thousands of celebrity graves. https://thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/3876036-dwyane-wade-gabrielle-union-wade-advocate-for-black-trans-rights-at-naacp-image-awards/. Family members said that. October 7, 1920 - June 23, 2014. Clara Mae Ward was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It's surprising how much a musical selection can affect mourning. Arrangements by High Lawn Funeral Home Chapel, Oak Hill. Gertrude had no trouble finding new members for the Ward Singers, however. [more about funeral], Clara Ward at Archives.com. In the 21st century, it's not just urns and gravestones anymore. Write a brief biography of the deceased and present it to the world. It was a popular war-time tour supported by recorded radio broadcasts of the Ward Singers on U.S. Armed Forces Radio. You can become a member, create a memorial, submit data, add flowers, add photos and search our database at no charge. As part of the investigation, the body was exhumed and autopsied resulting in a positive identification. Her former group members, known as the Stars of Faith, were featured along with Hughes in the first gospel stage play on Broadway, and the first play to feature an all-Black cast on Broadway Hughes musical play, The Black Nativity.. She is further survived by one sister, Ruthie Everett; two brothers, Joseph Young (Diane), and Stephone Young (Norma); six grandchildren, Antonio Ward, Angel Carr, Charmane Carr, Watissha Ward, Walter Ward, and Donald J. Interment will follow in the Chattanooga National Cemetery. Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love. By 1951, the group was formally recording for Savoy and continued doing so for the next 11 years. Grief researchers say holding that missing funeral service, even a year or more later, can still help us heal. Giving to charity is a meaningful way to honor someone who has died. Till was from Chicago, Illinois, visiting his relatives in Money, Mississippi, in the Mississippi Delta region, when he spoke to 21-year-old Carolyn Bryant, the married proprietor of a small grocery store there. One of Clara's best hymns accompanied by pictures of her with Marion Williams and her companion, Rev. Birth date: 14September, This memorial website was created in memory of Clara E Ward, 83, born on June 28, 1913 and passed away on July 7, 1996. A Courageous Woman for the Ward groups extensively toured ), the Reverend C.L bios... 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