SACO- Dorothy Jean Ward, age 84, passed away at her home on
December 7, 2024.
She was born on April 21, 1940, in Malone, New York, and was primarily
raised by her older sister Viola until she was 18. She was one of 11 children,
which blossomed her love for kids. She ran a daycare in her home where
many families went throughout her career.
She met her husband at a very young age, and together they shared 64
years. They had four children together; Pamela, Kimberly, Richard Jr., and
Aaron.
Dorothy had a love for Nascar, NFL- Tom Brady and Patrick Mahomes,
traveling; cruises became a favorite endeavor, and puzzles.
In her spare time, she enjoyed tending to her flower and vegetable
gardens, spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great
grandchildren, the neighborhood kids, and especially her cat Allie.
She is preceded in death by her husband Richard Ward Sr., her son
Richard Ward Jr., and all of her brothers and sisters.
She is survived by her three children- Pamela Croteau and her husband
Gary, Kimberly McGahey and her husband Bruce, and Aaron Ward, her
grandchildren and their spouses- Eric Blais, Justin Blais, Jennifer
McGahey, and Alan McGahey, and 6 great grandchildren.
There will be a graveside service on Friday, December 13, 2024, at South
Buxton Cemetery (Woodman Section) at 1pm.
In lieu of flowers please consider making donations to the American
Cancer Society. One Bowdoin Mill Island Ste 300, Topsham, ME 04086.
Online condolence messages can be made at www.mainefuneral.co
Arrangements have been entrusted to Chad E. Poitras Cremation and Funeral Service, Buxton, www.mainefuneral.com