Robert Earl Ward Jr. age 58, passed away on Friday, January 31, 2025 in Lake Wales, Florida. He was born in Arcadia, Florida on December 14, 1966, to Robert and Betty Ward Sr.

He was a lifelong resident of Hardee County where he attended Hardee High School. Robert (Man) was a beloved family man who loved the Miami Dolphins, playing cards and spending time with family. His family will always remember him as a hardworking man.

He is survived by his loving wife Bridget Ward, children, Jessica Palmer and Roy Palmer of Fort Meade, Florida, Bubba Ward with spouse Kim Ward of Douglas, Georgia and Phillip Ward with Spouse Kaitlyn Ward of New Port Richey, Florida

His Father Earl Ward &(Kathy) of Avon Park, his siblings Tammy Ward and Ronnie Woodard of Tennessee, Tony Ward of Avon Park, Randy & Sandy Ward of Avon Park, 8 grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death mother Betty Ward, father-in-law Bob Gough, Brother, Timothy Joe Ward and many more.

Online condolences can be made at www.pongerkaysgrady.com

Ponger-Kays-Grady Funeral Homes & Cremation Services have been entrusted with the arrangements.