W. Anthony (Tony) Ward, 65, of Barneveld, New York, currently residing in Lancaster, PA, passed away on Thursday April 2, 2009 from natural causes. Tony was surrounded by loved ones at Lancaster General Hospital in Lancaster, PA. Son of the late William and Marcella Ward, he was born on January 30, 1944, in Norwich, NY.

Receiving his bachelors degree at Utica College of Syracuse University, Tony went on to teach English at Holland Patent Central Schools where he enriched the lives of so many students. Tony spent numerous happy years coaching Tennis, Soccer, and his favorite sport Skiing. In his later years he became an award winning photographer and spent many hours catching the perfect shot.

Tony is survived by his lifelong friend & loving wife Patty Howard-Ward, his three children, Marcella Flaherty, Robert Ward, and Regan Ward, and his three step children Richard Howard M.D., Jay Howard, and Rebecca Casey and their spouses. He is also survived by his two brothers, Jack and Jim Ward of Houston, TX and their families. Tony and Patty have 10 beloved grandchildren: Jordan, Parker, Mikayla, Bryce, Amanda, Joshua, Hayden, Tara, Bailey, and Ella.

Tony was a loving father, grandfather and spouse whose spirit of will and strength, will be missed by all that loved him. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to American Lung Association. A memorial service celebration for Tony will be determined at later date. If you wish to contact the family, please email us at AtwanWard@aol.com. Arrangements by Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home and Chapel Inc., Lititz, PA.  To send a condolence, please visit www.snyderfuneralhome.com.