Benjamin Raymond
Ward, 76
SALISBURY, MD - Benjamin Raymond Ward passed away peacefully on March 21, 2024.
Born on April 23, 1947, in Crisfield, Maryland, to the late Raymond and Oda Ward (nee Johnson). He graduated from Crisfield High School as part of the class of 1965 and earned an associate degree from the Jefferson School of Business. He went on to serve in the U.S. Army, achieving the rank of Sergeant before being honorably discharged in 1969.
Following his military service, he worked for Press Harold Aviation then began a career spanning 30 years with Verizon Communications. In his retirement he went to work pursuing his true passion, commercial trucking as both a driver and instructor. He was a long serving member and president of the Marion Fire Company.
Ben is survived by his wife, Margaret (nee Robertson); son Matthew; daughter-in-law, Maureen; and grandson Patrick.
Besides his parents; Ben was preceded in death by his sister, Betty R. Lawson; and brother-in-law, Wilmer M. Lawson.
A visitation was held at Holloway Funeral Home, 501 Snow Hill Rd. Salisbury, Md. Wednesday, March 27, 2024 from 1 to 2 PM with a service immediately following.
Arrangements our in the care of Holloway Funeral Home 501 Snow Hill Rd. Salisbury, Md. 21804 www.hollowayfh.com.