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Illa-Dean Ward

September 14, 1940 - October 11, 2018

Illa-Dean Ward

Illa-Dean Ward, 78, of Lincoln passed away October 11, 2018. Born September 14, 1940 in Lincoln, NE the daughter of Robert and Minni (Turner) Nelson.

Family members include her daughter, Cindy Ward; sons, Ron Ward and Don Ward; grandchildren, Matthew, Amber, Timm, Sara, Rebekah and Anthony; great-grandchildren, Ava and Sammie; sister, Roberta-Rae Jordan; brothers, Raymond and James Nelson; nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her parents; husband Maurice and sister Theresa-Louise Adams.

Funeral Service: 11:00 a.m. Monday (10-15-18) Roper and Sons Chapel, 4300 ‘O’ Street. Burial in Fairview Cemetery.

Memorials to the family for future designation.

Visitation: Sunday from 2-8 p.m. at Roper and Sons.

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