Scott Ward

Scott Ward

November 09, 1958 - June 27, 2024

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Scott Dennis Ward passed away peacefully at his home in Buchanan, ND on June 27, 2024 with his significant other of 30 years, JoAnn Swift and his faithful pack of Dachshund companions, Lewey, Popeye, Olive, Bawlbaby and Hellion by his side. 

Scott was born on November 9, 1958 to Dennis Ralph Ward and Ruth (Maxwell) Ward. He attended school in Fordville, ND. After graduating he began his life-long career of driving semi for Altendorf Trucking out of Minto ND until his death. 

Scott is survived by JoAnn, daughter Katie (Joe) Mergenthal Blanchette of Prior Lake, MN, stepson, Joshua (Cassie) Swift of Ansley NE, grandchildren Ellie & Hudson of Prior Lake MN and Blakley & Greylen of Ansley NE, mother Ruth Ward Nilson of Moorhead, MN, brother Lee Ward of Lisbon, ND, sisters Kimberly (Gordon) Castleman of Kindred, ND and Janine (Brian) Haugen of Fargo, ND, as well as many nieces and nephews. 

He is preceded in death by stepson Jesse Swift, father Dennis Ward, and brother Mark Ward.

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Paul Hagness
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Was a good friend of Scott’s as we graduated together in 1978. Had a lot of great times together. Was surprised and very saddened to hear of his passing. Condolences go out to all his family members.
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Patti Clemetson
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So sorry for your loss. Deepest sympathy. Patti (DeLeon) and Tom Clemetson
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Roxanne Wiest
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Joanne, so sorry to hear of Scott's passing. He will missed. When he came to TSC him and I would have some good conversations.
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Lucille Ward
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So sorry to hear the said news of Scott pasting.we are thinking of all of you in this time of such sadness.Sorry I can't be with you.Lucy ward.
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Dawn Madson
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So very sorry to hear about Scott. Graduated with him. Rest in peace Scott and prayers to Joanne and the whole family.
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Sanford Family Medicine
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Sanford Family Medicine has purchased Blooming Sympathy Garden for Scott Ward

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