JAMES H. "JIMMY" WARD, JR., 84, of Crisfield, died Monday, August 2, 2010 at his home.

Born in Crisfield May 25, 1926, he was a son of the late James and Serena Moore Ward.

A US Navy, Merchant Marines and Coast Guard veteran, he was a contractor/builder who took pride in building homes, fine furniture and cabinetry.

He was a member of the Crisfield Wesleyan Church where he served on the Board and as a Deacon. He was an avid train enthusiast who enjoyed his large train collection and set-up in his garage. He loved bowling, fishing, crabbing, and working in his workshop.

He is survived by his loving wife of almost 57 years, Janette Rae McMann Ward of Crisfield; two sons, Robert Henderson Ward and Eric Jay Ward of Crisfield; a brother, Jackie Ward of Crisfield; a sister, Peggy Walker of Crisfield; and many nieces and nephews.

Along with his parents, he was also preceded in death by a brother, Kenneth Ward, and a sister, Virginia Watson.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, August 5, 2010 at 2 PM at the Crisfield Wesleyan Church where friends may call one hour prior. The Rev. Bob Daniels will officiate. Interment will follow in Sunnyridge Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are requested to be sent to Coastal Hospice, P.O. Box 1733, Salisbury, Maryland 21802-1733.

Arrangements are in the care of Bradshaw & Sons Funeral Home in Crisfield. To send condolences, please visit www.bradshawandsonsfuneralhome.com