Martin 'Chip ' Ward
March 3, 1953 - January 13, 2022
Martin ‘Chip’ Ward, age 68, passed away on Thursday, January 13, 2022. Chip was born March 3, 1953, the son of the late Martin Ward and Mildred Cronin. He was an avid golfer and a big sports fan, frequently picking squares in football pools. Chip enjoyed celebrating holidays throughout the year (especially St. Patrick’s Day) and had a strong work ethic, working up until the very end. Above all, he was a dedicated husband, father, and grandfather. He is survived by his wife Nancy; children Jen (Steve) Hodsdon and Josh (Nicole) Ward; grandchildren Payton, Delaney, Annabella, and Matthew; and by his siblings Mark Ward, Joanne Ward, and Matthew Ward. He was preceded in death by his brother Michael Ward. Memorial visitation will be 3 – 5 p.m. Tuesday, January 18, 2022 at Ringa Funeral Home, 122 S Milwaukee Ave, Lake Villa, IL 60046. A memorial service will follow at 5 p.m. at the funeral home. Please consider a contribution in Chip’s memory to the American Lung Association.
Martin ‘Chip’ Ward, age 68, passed away on Thursday, January 13, 2022. Chip was born March 3, 1953, the son of the late Martin Ward and Mildred Cronin. He was an avid golfer and a big sports fan, frequently picking squares in football... View Obituary & Service Information