Connie E. Ward, 86, of Donnellson, Iowa, formerly of Bonaparte, passed away at 11:52 a.m. Sunday, March 22, 2026, at her home.
She was born on October 11, 1939, in Bonaparte, Iowa, the daughter of James and Faye (Watts) Randolph. On April 26, 1959, she married Donald Dean Ward. He preceded her in death on July 9, 2024.
Survivors include her children: Alan Ward of Bonaparte, Dennis Ward of Alabama, Linda Green of Bonaparte; grandchildren: Andy (Jackie) Ward, Wyatt (Wendy) Ward, Ian (Julie) Ward, Emily (Mike) Ward-Thal, Jake (Christy) Ward, Zach (Anna) Kreiss, Colby (Katie) Kreiss, Nathan (Hannah) Losey, Trae Green and fourteen great grandchildren. Also surviving are several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband: Donald; two sisters: Lois Munford and Shirley Ridgeway.
Connie was a graduate of Bonaparte High School. She worked as a hairdresser and retired from Riverside Plastics. She was a member of the Bonaparte United Church and enjoyed watching her grandchildren and visiting with friends.
A visitation will be held with family receiving friends from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Saturday, March 28, 2026, at Schmitz Funeral Home in Farmington.
A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. at Thompson Cemetery in Bonaparte with Reverend Ellis Andrew officiating.
Burial will be at Thompson Cemetery, Bonaparte.
A memorial has been established in her memory for Donnellson Fire and Rescue.
Schmitz Funeral Home of Farmington is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.schmitzfuneralhomes.com.