Darryl Austin Ward passed away on March 27,2022 at the age of 58, in his hometown of Cleveland, Ohio. His battle with a serious medical condition in recent years showed his courage in facing life challenges with a smile. Despite the pain, Darryl stayed strong until the end.
Darryl was born September 27, 1963 to Austin and Mamie Wilson. He was the youngest of seven children. Growing up, he attended the Cleveland Public School System and Job Corps. He accepted Christ at Union Grove Missionary Baptist Church at an early age under the leadership of Reverend Rodgers.
Darryl was employed at Maines Paper and Foods as a truck driver/helper for many years until he retired in 2016.
Darryl married his soulmate Naomi Emanuel on May 31,2016. Together they have three children and three grandchildren. Darryl was full of life and had a very good sense of humor. He loved spending time with his family and friends. He enjoyed dancing, riding his motorcycle, traveling, and cruising through the neighborhood he grew up in.
Darryl was preceded in death by his father Austin Wilson, mother Mamie Wilson, and sister Gwendolyn Ward. He leaves to mourn his lovely wife, Naomi and children Darryl, Keyona, and Kayla; his three (3) grandchildren; Darryl, Lacora , and Antwon; his siblings Russell Ward, Maggie Watkins, Jeffery(Celeste)Ward, Barbara Ward, and Janet(Willie)Warren. He also leaves behind a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Darryl will continue to live in the hearts and mind of his loving family and friends.