Obituary of Lauriann Ward

Lauriann Ward

Age 77 of Burnsville passed away peacefully December 6, 2019.  Preceded by husband, Howie Ward.  As true loves they enjoyed fine foods, wines, travel, endless activities such as skiing, boating and the tranquility of time at Balsam Lake.  Lauriann taught Kindergarten in Richfield for almost 40 years.  She was born April 3, 1942 in Santa Monica, CA during a WWII blackout, to parents L.J. and Ruth Parker, both deceased.  Survived by brother Wayne (Donnita) Parker and family, brother-in-law David Ward and many loving friends.  

To our family and friends who loved Lauriann...  

After much thought, we have made the difficult decision not to gather all of us together for a celebration of  Lauriann's life. These are unusual times and we want all of you to remain safe and healthy. We know Lauriann would agree. 

We will miss her very much and have so many wonderful memories to carry us through these times. 

We hope you will join us in remembering her fondly. If you wish to do so, please consider donating in her name to one of her favorite charities.

Make a Wish Foundation

Shriner's Hospital for Children

Ronald McDonald House