North Wilkesboro – Mr. Ranzo Wesley Ward, age 80, passed away on Saturday, July 2, 2016 at his residence. He was born in Watauga County on March 22, 1936 to the late Russell and Martha Ward. He was preceded in death by his sister, Betty Yates. Mr. Ward is survived by his sister, Reba Sullivan of Connelly Springs; brothers, Clarence Ward of Sawmills and Andrew Ward and wife, Sue of Lenoir; sister-in-law, Trina Williams of North Wilkesboro; step-granddaughter, Judy Eggers of Boone; and numerous nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends in the Chapel of Evans Funeral Service on Wednesday, July 6, 2016 from 5:00 until 6:30 PM. Online condolences may be sent to the Ward Family at www.evansfuneralservice.com Evans Funeral Service & Crematory is serving the Ward Family.