II Timothy 4-7: I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith.
Mrs. Ufrema Ward, age 82, Jonesborough passed away Thursday, June 17, 2021 at NHC Healthcare Center of Johnson City.
Mrs. Ward was a native of Washington County and a daughter of the late J.C. & Ada Ruth Peavler Crawford.
She was a member of Bowmantown Baptist Church where she taught Sunday School and was Women’s Mission Director for years. She had a heart for others and telling them about the Lord.
She was a loving wife, mother, mamaw, sister and friend who loved everyone and was an inspiration to many.
In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Jerry Lee Ward, an infant daughter, Lisa Ann Ward, a sister, Willie White and a brother, Johnny Crawford.
Survivors include one daughter, and son-in-law, Jennifer & Craig Dunbar, Jonesborough; one granddaughter, Cassidy Dunbar, Jonesborough, who was the light of her life; brothers, Larry Crawford (Myriam) South America, Garry Crawford (Carol), Mt. Carmel, TN, Ricky Crawford (Sue), Jonesborough; sister, Kathy Meek (Howard), Rogersville; brother & sister-in-law, Robert & Judy Ward, Jonesborough; sister-in-law, Betty Ward, Jonesborough; and several nephews and nieces.
The Ward family would like to thank special friend, Farris Broyles, Governor’s Bend Staff in Erwin and all the staff at NHC Healthcare of Johnson City for their wonderful friendship and care.
Funeral services will be conducted 5:00 PM, Monday, June 21, 2021 at Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home with Rev. Mike Faye and Rev. Josh Grizzle officiating. Music will be provided by Jerry and Sue Keys. The family will receive friends from 3:00-5:00 pm Monday prior to the service. Interment services will follow at Fairview Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Heath Broyles, Keith Broyles, Eugene Ward, Eric Bailey, Tim Crawford and Craig Dunbar.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Tennessee Baptist Children’s Home, PO Box 2206, Brentwood, TN 37024
She was a special cousin, always frendly, nice & sweet !!!
06/20/2021
B.C. Gillenwater Jr.
Sorry to hear about the family's loss
06/20/2021
Phyllis Ward Dugger
I am so sorry and the family is in our prayers. I never remember seeing her without a smile and a kind word. Wish we could be with the family but I cant leave my husband and he can not make the trip at this time. Much love to you all
Jenny, I am so sorry for your loss . Nothing in life prepares for losing our mother. The Lord is our strength and He will comfort us until one day we all all be together. Frema was a dear friend and so special to my heart, she will be greatly missed.. Praying for your family during this time.
Jenny,
There aren't words when you lose your mama. She is at rest in a much better place, take solace in that and just take one minute at a time.
Love you,
Dorothy
Jennifer, your mom was a angel here on earth. She had a smile for everyone she met. She was loved by all who knew her. She loved God, and lived for Him daily. She told everyone she met of the love of God. I know God sent special angels to escort her home. I know the first thing she did was sing God's praise's, and enjoyed a great big hug from God.
Ufrema was the very special. I am proud to call her my family. I loved her dearly and the last time I talked to her she said she would save me a seat besides her. Can't wait to see you again... I love you Ufrema, and I love you too Jennifer...
06/18/2021
Vanis and Glenda
Jennifer, you are all in our prayers. Your mama was a very special lady. I know her passing weighs heavy on your hearts, but she has gone to be with the Lord, who she loved, and with Lee, the love of her life. I can only imagine the homecoming that was waiting for her in Heaven !! May God hold you in his loving, comforting arms.
