Jerry L. Ward of Crawfordsville passed away Monday afternoon at home.  He was 63.

Jerry was a quiet man who kept to himself.  He previously attended New Hope Christian Church.

Born May 27, 1959, he was the son of Ralph L. Ward and Bonnie J. English Moffitt.  He graduated from North Montgomery High School.

Surviving family includes: brother, Terry W. Ward of Tennessee; step-father, Steve Moffitt of New Richmond; aunt, Minnie Howard of New Richmond; two nieces, Candy Chamness, Echo Rose; two nephews, Toby Ward and Tristan Ward; nine great-nieces and great-nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Bob Chamness and two great-nephews.

Visitation will be from 1 to 2 PM Saturday at Burkhart Funeral Home, with services starting at 2 PM, led by Pastor Curtis Brouwer.  He will be laid to rest at the Wesley Cemetery, near Waynetown.

Online condolences may be made at www.BurkhartFH.com .