Casey Donald Ward

casey ward

February 20, 1972 ~ February 16, 2020

Born in: Asheville, NC
Resided in: Arden, NC

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Casey Donald Ward was born on February 20, 1972 in Asheville, NC to Laura McHone Ward and the late James Lloyd Ward Sr. On February 16, 2020 at the age of 47, he went to meet with his brothers Scottie and Chris in heaven.

Casey graduated from Asheville High School in 1990, and went on to become a member of the Army Reserve for 10 years. He had an entrepreneurial spirit and after many small business ventures, he found his passion as a bail bondsman. In 2003 he opened “KC Bonding” where he was known for his compassion and genuine love for the community. He never judged people based on their situation instead, he loved people for who they were. His greatest pleasure was being an amazing father to his five children. He taught his children the importance of manners, living your life on your own terms, being yourself, being kind to others, and to “treat the janitor with the same respect as the CEO.”

Casey was not only a great father to his children, he was a mentor to many youth within the community. He was a football coach for Asheville Youth, a track coach for Valley Middle School, and started the Inner City Youth Baseball League. Casey didn’t know a stranger, he was known all over for his big personality and love for people. No matter where he went he was always true to himself whether it was coming up with a new side hustle, showing off his swag, joking, or getting into one of his many shenanigans.

Left to cherish his memory are four daughters, Terran Samone Ward, Tia Nicole Ward, Mya Colby Ward, and Bobbi Elizabeth Ward; two sons Casey Donald Ward II, and nephew Zachary Dean McHone; three brothers Bryan Dean McHone, James Lloyd Ward Jr.(Kimberly), and Timothy Nicholas Ward (Brandi); six nieces Kara, Tanya, Lauren, Kaitlyn, Fatih, and Carleigh; four nephews Zachary, Christopher, Casone, and Timothy (Bohammer) and a host of friends and extended family.

A Celebration of his life will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, February 22 in the Asheville High School Auditorium. Flowers are appreciated and may be delivered to Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian in Arden.

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Celebration of Life: February 22, 2020 2:00 pm

Asheville High School Auditorium
419 McDowell Street
Asheville, NC 28803
828-350-2500

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Funeral Home Assisting The Family:

Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian
72 Long Shoals Road
Arden, NC 28704
(828)687-3530
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com

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  2. Casey, I love you and will miss you. Thanks for giving me my 3 beautiful granddaughters and allowing me to be your other mother. Laura, Terran, Tia, Mya, Bobbie, lil Casey and all of the Ward family I pray that God give you’ll strength and peace during this time and in the days to come.

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  4. Casey, you will forever be loved and missed. You were always like a brother to me. I am in total disbelief that I will never hear “hey baby” or see that smile that could light up a room again. My heart is so heavy. I love you my brother always!

    Terran, Tia, Maya, Bobbie and Little Casey – you guys were everything to your dad, do not ever forget that. You are all in my prayers and in my heart.

    Ms Laura I am so deeply sorry for your loss. I am praying for you all, that you find the strength to get through this.

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  5. I Am Deeply Honored And Blessed To Have Known Casey. He Was A Great Friend And Neighbor In My Life. I Will Forever Carry Him In My Heart. My Condolences To His Family.

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  6. I am so blessed to have had you for our son-in-law. You were more like our son. You were always so thoughtful, generous and kind to us. You’re one of greatest father’s that I have ever known. Nothing was to good for your family and friends. You showed them so much love. I will always remember you teaching them to be courteous and kind. You let them know that a “ good character will take you farther than a education “. You would literally give the shirt off your back. We love you, Pa and Ma.❤️“ The little man with the big heart ❤️, we will have you in our hearts forever. Terran, Tia, Mya, Bobbi and Lil Casey..stay strong and continue to love and support each other.

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  8. Casey, you will be deeply missed my friend. You were such a good friend to me and I will be forever grateful to have formed a friendship with you years ago. The first time we played football against each other was when we become good friends. You were such an awesome person my friend and I am so sad I will not be able to see your smiling face again. Thank you for being my friend. I love you brother.

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  9. Casey, my classmate and friend, you were always such a joy to be around.. Thoughts and prayers are with the entire family and host of friends. You will definitely be missed.

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  10. Sending condolences to all, Casey was a great man and will be missed in the community. Everytime I seen him it was all love and a huge smile.

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  15. So glad to have known you. Thank you to your family for letting us share in your life. Rest well, friend.

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  19. I had the honor of serving with casey with 1/518th US Army Reserve he was always on point as a soldier. He will truly be missed

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  20. Every time I saw Casey he always treated me like family. He was such a caring person.You will be missed. My condolences and prayers to the family.

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  22. So sorry for your loss Cassey was a very good man to me and my late husband Cassey ward you will not be forgotten RIP

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  23. I remember you from Emma school playing basketball .You always had a kind heart to all Rest in heaven my friend

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  25. Wow, I’m in such disbelief! There is so much to say,but just know you were that special flower that you liked so much 🌻 R.I.H.

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  27. Casey, you will be missed by so many friends and family. I hope there are some more Yankees fans in heaven for you to holler at. I’m sure gonna miss talking about our Yankees every year. R.I.H. Friend

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  30. Casey, we were honored to have known you and always considered you family. “Uncle Casey” you were to my kids. You were a bridge builder and always showed us love. You were always there for us. We love u and will miss you always.

    The Swingers.
    Jon, mimi, jericho and “my baby” stevie shea.

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  33. My condolences to the Ward family. May the grace of the Lord continue to strengthen and sustain you all.
    Melba Jackson and Family

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  35. Casey will be missed. He was always kind and nice to me and my family. Praying that God will comfort his family, especially the children.

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  36. Friends from the moment we met! A true gent. The world is a little darker but Heaven a bit brighter. May you rest in peace my brother and I pray for love and light for all of the family you leave behind. Until we meet again my friend.

    P.S. keep a pinstripe ready for me!

    I love you man!

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  39. There is just a big hole in Asheville for me on that quiet little corner. First my dear Edison, then Brother Scottie, then my beloved Chris and now you. That part of Asheville will never be the same. You were a legend that I will always remember. My prayers are with your Mama and your brothers and especially your beautiful and kind children. My heart breaks for them.

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  43. Casey was amazing his kindness and generosity toward mankind was immeasurable he was a member of our family we adored and Loved him. May he rest with our Heavenly Father. Blessings to his family.

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  44. I’m going to miss you dearly ,we had some good times at Erwin and the high.so fly high Casey you will forever be in my heart

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  46. I will miss you dearly. It was always fun when we got together at our family gatherings. I’m praying that the whole family be comforted and be given the strength to endure.

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  47. We are so sorry for your loss,he was such a great man and was loved by so many,he will be truly missed ,Casey you will forever and always be in our 💕 hearts,

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  48. Condolences to the family such a nice young man God’s Blessings also to the Family. Barbara Allen & Patrick Haynes Family 🙏🏼💕

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  49. As I reflect on the many years I have known Casey, talks we’ve had, him always encouraging/coaching other children, our kids growing up together and running from house to house – him always looking for both of our 2nd borns (cause they were always into something)-lol. Even after they moved, things never changed with our families even as I see them as adults.Casey was short in statue, but lived a big life!! It all seems like yesterday and now we’re saying see you in the morning my friend!
    Family… May the LOVE of God comfort and keep you’ll today and in the days to come!! Casey take your rest 🙏🏽!!!!

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  52. We extend our sympathy to the Ward family, and to our cousins Bobbie & Casey II.
    May God comfort your heart, ease your sorrow, and bring you peace.
    Rev. Alvin & Sharon McCoy and Georgia Allen

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  55. Thinking of the all the family. Continued prayers through this time and after. May God bless all of you.

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  57. I met Casey this past year, had the pleasure to talk with him a bit, met some of his dear children, and learned of his deep love and big heart for his family and all who he was close to. I’m so thankful to have met him, and to have had the moments to listen & share together. I was shocked and so sad to learn of his passing, seemingly all too soon. God has him, in His Care, and we have Hope to meet again, as believers. Prayers are being lifted for each of his children, and all of his family. I’m praying for the comfort and supernatural peace, that only The Lord can give, to carry, sustain, and comfort, Casey’s children, family, and all who were touched by his life. To his family-The Author of Life will comfort you, bless you, give you His Hope, and will carry you through life and this especially sad time. God is with you. Know you are being lifted in prayer. (I’m so very sorry for your loss).

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  60. In shock , I pray you are now at peace. You left a legacy and a lasting impression on so many , we will never forget you .

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  61. I am truly heartbroken to hear of Casey’s passing. He was always so genuine and positive. He was such a peacemaker and wanted all to be happy and fruitful. He was truly someone who would give you the shirt off his back and sacrifice. He taught me so much and pushed me to do what I always doubted in myself. You will always be apart of my memory and it will be cherished.

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