Robert Ward
Died: November 7, 2025 | Place: Parkwood Institute
Services
Celebration of Life
Saturday, November 22, 2025
1 – 4 pm
AMG Reception Centre
60 Ridout Street South
London, ON
N6C 3X1
Obituary
WARD, Robert…..
Surrounded by love, Robert Ward of London passed away on Friday, November 7, 2025 after a courageous battle with cancer, at the age of 56. Loving husband of Wendy (Ivany) Ward for 24 years. Beloved dad of Haley and Claire. Dear son of Marion (LeBlanc) Ward and the late Fletcher Ward (2019). Robert will be remembered by his siblings Kathy Hawkins (Tony), Sharon Ward, Matthew Ward (Amy) and predeceased by his brother Paul. He was a cherished son-in-law to Dianna Cleveland (Gary) and the late Gordon Ivany, brother-in-law to James Ivany (Racquel), Cindy Menzies (Steve), and Michael Ivany (Kait). Robert will be missed by his nieces, nephews and many friends. Robert’s greatest joy in life was his family, his beloved wife and two daughters. He also cherished spending time with his loved ones back home in Nova Scotia. Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will be held at the A. Millard George Funeral Home Reception Centre, 60 Ridout Street South, London, on Saturday, November 22, 2025, from 1-4pm. The family would like to express their deepest thanks to the Parkwood staff, the oncology team, and the many nurses and caregivers whose compassion and dedication made an immeasurable difference in Robert’s final months. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church – Community Dinner, 280 St. James Street, London, ON, N6A 1X3 or the Verspeeten Family Cancer Centre, 747 Base Line Road East, London, ON N6C 2RC. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com
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Wendy, Haley, Claire
My most sincere condolences. Robert was an incredible husband, dad, and friend.
We love you all and will cherish all of our memories with Robert.
Lynn, Greg, Ella, Jack, Colin, and Grayson
There are just no words. Rod and I are so incredibly sorry for your loss . Wendy, you, the girls and family are in our thoughts and prayers.🙏🏼
My condolences. My thoughts are with you all at this difficult time.
We are extremely saddened and so very sorry to hear of Robert’s passing. You and the girls are in our thoughts and prayers .
Wendy, Haley and Claire
Donna and I have had the great pleasure of knowing Rob for 40 years. 1st as an employee at the building supply yard on Harrington Rd. and then as a colleague in the industry. We collaborated on many projects together.
Rob always was enthusiastic and quick to laugh at himself. We enjoyed many times sharing stories (and wine).
The one constant was his love of you all and his deep connection to all things Nova Scotian. You could take the boy out of the valley but never valley from the boy.
Much ❤️ to you all.
Brian and Donna Hermiston
So sorry for your loss and our loss as well. Robert was a one of a kind cousin. Will always be remembered for his sense of humor.
So sad.
I am so sad by this news. Please accept my most sincere condolences. I’ve known Robert since probably single digit age. My heart goes out to the entire family.
Condolences to Robert’s family , I know the saddest is overwhelming, but the memories you shared together will help
Robert was a sweet Cousin I remember him as a happy boy
I am so sorry to hear of Robert’s passing…we have great memories of CKRHS. RIP, Robert, too young, too soon.
Sending condolences to you and your family.
Robert was a valued partner and supporter of our Fenestra organization over the years, known for his professionalism, warmth, and genuine kindness. He worked closely with many of us and played an important role in strengthening the collaboration between our teams.
I can’t believe he is gone but not forgotten ,he will live on in all of our memories. He humour his quick wit, and his love for everyone he met. Claire and Haley he will be watching over for the years to come, Wendy he loved you incredibly. He was a prankster to my mom always playing tricks on her.
Our deepest condolences to Robert’s family. It was a privilege to work with him for many years through Fenestra and LBMX. Robert’s kindness and sincerity left a lasting impression on all of us. He will be deeply missed.
Sincerely,
KC, Jessica, and the KCI Management Team
Wendy,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Brian
So sorry to hear for your loss Wendy , sending love and prayers and thinking you you and the girls.
Brian and I send our deepest sympathies. He loved you and the girls so much, always talking of you. You have so many memories to share which will help you through this time. He will be forever in our hearts. The jokes he played and the many laughs we have had over the years, now cherished memories.
So sorry for your loss. We were childhood neighbors and school mates. Robert was always one of the good guys! Thoughts and prayers for you all.
Condolences to the family and friends. RIP , Robert.
Dear Wendy,
My sincere condolences to you and the girls! So very sorry for your loss.
Nadine Robertson
Dear Wendy, Haley and Claire,
We were deeply saddened to hear about Robert’s passing. We always enjoyed our time with him at the soccer fields and during our dinners out. He was so friendly and easy to talk to and always had the best stories to tell. He will be missed.
Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Hugs, Christie, Avery, Dave
Wendy, Haley and Claire,
Thinking of your family during this heartbreaking time. We remember him fondly from our girls’ hockey days, always kind, always supportive. Wishing you strength and peace.
Joe, Lynne and Sam Brophy
Wendy, Haley, Claire
I want to send my deepest condolences to you all. Many of us at St. Anne’s were quite shocked when we heard the news this morning. We have been praying for him in church and I have been keeping him in my prayers since knowing that he was not well. We will miss seeing and working with Robert at the community dinners. Robert and I had some good chats when using the bread slicing machine. Robert was the one who convinced me to take on the warden’s role once again when he left the position and I had always reminded him of that fact. I will truly miss connecting with him. You all remain in my prayers.
I’m so sorry for your loss Wendy and for the loss of your girls. Robert spoke so highly of you all.
I worked with Robert as a colleague in the early years of our careers and then he was a valued client contact at LBMX in recent years.
He was always quick with a joke or hint of sarcasm in fun – but ultimately the upmost professional, striving for excellence. He was kind and caring.
When I saw him at an LBMX event in Toronto in February, he asked with genuine interest about our team members that supported him on the events he ran for LBMX and was eager to connect to say hello in person despite his other business commitments that brought him to the city. Such a nice gesture.
I hope your memories can play even a small part in easing your pain during this difficult time.
Warmly,
Kimberley Clarke (KC)
I was so sorry to learn of Rob’s death. He was a very good person and kind man. My sincere condolences to Wendy and the girls. Rob is one of those people one never forgets. He made a difference. Blessings to you all.
Dear Wendy & Girls…Erich and I are so saddened by Robert’s passing. I so enjoyed working with Robert as co-warden at St. Anne’s. Robert was a fine Christian man, devoted to his family. We are so sorry for your loss. Robert will be missed by many.
Take care. Your family are in our prayers. Lorna & Erich Fratschko
Dear Wendy, Haley and Claire;
We’re so sorry for your loss. We feel that there are never any right words in a situation like this but please know we’re here for you if there is anything we can do to help, chat or as a distraction. You’re in our thoughts.
Clayton, Tanja and family
Wendy, Haley and Claire,
We are incredibly sad to hear of Robert’s passing. I enjoyed all my conversations with him on the soccer field and during our tournaments away. He brought so much laughter to this world and he will be missed by many. His dedication to his family was admirable. We are thinking of you during this very difficult time. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Hugs, Tyla, Ava, Sophie, Rosey and James
Wendy, Haley, & Claire,
I am so sorry for your loss – It’s very hard to put how I feel into words. Robert was very special to many people and you can include me on that list.
It was great working for Robert for many years at LBMX …We had so many good memories together and I will cherish those forever – He was also a very good friend & mentor. I will truly miss him.
Thinking of you all so much during this time.
Matt, I am so sorry for the loss of your brother.
My deepest condolences to Robert’s family. I know he will be missed by many of us here in NS as well
Dear Wendy, Haley and Claire,
We were so heartbroken to hear about Robert’s passing. We will always remember him on the soccer sidelines – kind, easy to talk to, funny, and so proud of the kids. Your whole family is in our thoughts. I hope you find some comfort in the many lives he touched just by being such a genuinely good person.
Jason, Samantha and Deborah