Toney Ward

Toney Ward, US Air Force Veteran, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, January 4, 2026, at the golden age of 83. Beloved Husband for a loving 60 years to Gloria, nee Strickland, Ward. Devoted Father of Adria Ward, Lesley Ward and Toni Ward. Loving Son of the late George & the late Ruth Ward. Fond Grandfather of Julien Toney Ward.  Dear Brother of Algenoy Ward, Dannye (Shirley) Ward, Shirley (Sandy) Roach, Sandra (Ervin) Bond, Millicent Daphne Ward, the late Kirby Ward, the late Keith Ward, the late Bennye Ward, the late Charles “Billy” Ward, the late Gloria Hearn and the late Cozette (the late Edward) Barrett. Dear Uncle of many Nieces & Nephews. Loving Friend of Monroe Banks and Patrick Small.

Family and Friends are to gather for the Memorial Visitation on Saturday, January 17, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside, Illinois 60162 (Located between Mannheim & Wolf Road). Celebration of Life service to be celebrated promptly at 11:00 a.m. For additional information, please call (708) 449-5300.

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