William Joseph Ward

William Joseph Ward, 87 of Perry, passed away on Sunday April 14, 2019 at his home. He was born in Hume, NY on April 4, 1932 a son to the late Warren and Minnie (Burkart) Ward.
He was a graduate of Castile High School.
Bill worked for the Conable and Southview Farms in Castile for many years retiring at the age of 85. He loved farming and his family.
He is survived by his wife Eileen (MacQuarrie) Ward whom he married on Nov. 30, 1985, 2 daughters Brenda Converse of Harrison, NY and Rebecca Arft of Piffard, NY, 2 sons: Keith Ward of Hawaii, Dennis (Kathy) Ward of South Carolina, 3 brothers: Arnold Ward, Warren “Jr.” (Zieska) Ward and Raymond (Charlene) Ward all of Castile, 4 grandchildren Gary G. Converse II, Charissa J. Converse, Robert William Converse, Keneke Keka Ward, 6 great grandchildren Devin Donnelly, Cohen Donnelly Elizabeth Donnelly, Nicholas Converse, Gary G. Converse III and Dakota Converse, along with several nieces and nephews.
Along with his parent he is preceded in death by a sister Betty Livingston and sister-in-law Patricia Ward.
Family and friends may call from 11am-1pm at the Eaton Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main St in Perry on Monday April 22nd where funeral services will follow at 1pm.
Burial will be in the Glenwood Cemetery in Perry.
Memorial contributions can be made to the family.