The journey was long, the fight was hard, he was victorious in Jesus Christ! Willie Ernest Ward, Jr. went home to be with the Lord on December 1, 2013.

Born March 1, 1936 in Goldsboro, NC, Willie Jr. leaves in mourn his parents Willie Ernest Ward, Sr. and Pocahontas Lane. With a six grade education, Willie Jr. left Goldsboro, NC to pursue a career in the United States Army on May 21, 1957. After serving his time as a Private, and receiving an Honorable Discharge, Willie Jr. moved to Falls Church, VA.

Willie Jr. had an entrepreneur spirit, which lead him to sales positions such as salesman for vacuum cleaners, and starting his own Trucking and Detective businesses. Willie Jr. was known to have the "gift of gab" and he could sell the shirt off of your back. Willie Jr. also had a passion for horses, the farm, motorcycles (Harley Davison) and country lifestyle.

As time went on, Willie Jr. continued his journey helping people in need, providing spiritual guidance, jobs, food for the less fortunate, and a home for the homeless and anyone else. He would donate his time to help his community as the Lord had directed him to do so. Willie Jr. was always on the move and did not allow anyone or anything to stand in the way of God's work.

Willie Jr. received his calling from God and decided to dedicate his life to Jesus Christ. He was ordained on April 18, 1991 from the Fairfax County Circuit Court with the World Christianship Ministries as Reverend Willie Ernest Ward, Jr. He gained recognition and awards from various churches and outreach programs for outstanding accomplishments in serving his community. He was a member of the Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints as Priest /Home teacher. He also enjoyed time with the members.

Willie Jr. finally made Leesburg, VA his last known place of residency while residing at Heritage Hall Nursing Home. Willie Jr. found joy in ministering to the residents of Heritage Hall. The Lord was the love of his life.

Willie Jr. preceded in death his 8 children, Mrs. Diane Green, Mr. Christopher Ward,
Ms. April Ward, Ms. Linda Ward, Mr. Billy Ward, Mrs. Traci Clanton, Ms. Angela Jordan, Mr. Maurice Richardson; (5 siblings) Mrs. Willette Johnson, Mr. Franklin D. Ward, Mr. Robert L. Ward, Mr. Timothy D. Ward, Ms. Mary O. Harris; and a host of stepchildren, grandchildren, nieces and nephews, and friends. He leaves in mourn Mr. Willie Ernest Ward (aka Billy Ray-son), Mr. Jackie Ward (son), and Mrs. Eleanor Miles (sister).

Willie Ward's Favorite Bible Verse: 1 Corinthians 13:4-7
Love is patient, love is kind.
It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud.
It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered.
It keeps no record of wrongs.
Love does not delight in evil, but rejoices with the truth.
It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always preserve.

All monetary donations are accepted in lieu of flowers.

All donations can be forwarded to

Ms. Angela Jordan
P.O. Box 4128
Woodbridge, VA 22194

If you have any questions, you may contact Angela Jordan @ 571-255-9191.

A graveside service is scheduled for Wednesday, December 18, 2013 starting at 1:00 p.m. at
Quantico National Cemetery, Triangle, Virginia with military honors.

The Repass will be held immediately after the Funeral Service at
Pathway Vineyard Church
1550 Prince Williams Parkway
Woodbridge, VA 22191

Please RSVP with Ms. Angela Jordan no later than December 16, 2013 to obtain an accurate head count. For directions: please utilize the map quest or msn maps.