Ronnie Wayne Ward, age 70, of Hope, Arkansas passed away on April 26, 2026, at home surrounded by family.

Mr. Ward was born on November 3, 1955, in Hope, Arkansas to his parents Wylie Edward and Mary Lou Smith Ward. He had a love for hunting and fishing; and was a carpenter by trade.

He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Glenn Edward Ward; and one nephew, Ryan Corey Ward.

Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife of 47 years, Diane Ward; one son, Jeremy Ward and wife Christy; three grandchildren, Brooke, Ellery, and Talon; sister-in-law, Kay Ward; brother-in-law, Ray Rogers and wife Mary; niece, Alisha Blagg and husband Jesse; along with numerous great nieces, nephews, and other relatives.

Visitation will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at Brazzel-Oakcrest Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow immediately after at 11:00 a.m. with Bro. Eric Fisher officiating. Burial will be at Bethany Cemetery under the direction of Brazzel-Oakcrest Funeral Home.