It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Mary Ward, wife of the late Harper Ward, of Millhaven Court and formerly of Middle River, which occurred at the Chaleur Regional Hospital, Bathurst on Thursday, August 31, 2017 at the age of 92.

Born in Bathurst, she was the daughter of the late Herbert and May (Keith) Jones.

She is survived by five daughters, Marjorie (Elzear) Aube, Joyce (Lorenzo) Aube, Shirley (Levis) Aube, Linda Ward all of Middle River and Gloria (Sonny) Jones of Big River.

Three sons, Art (Gail), Gary and Duncan (Caroline) all of Middle River.

Sixteen grandchildren:  Steven, Terry, Bryan, Natalie, Shanna, Jennifer, Debbie, Suzanne, Margaret, Aaron, Britney, Chris, James, Natasha, Travis and Courtney.

Seven great grandchildren and five great-great grandchildren.

Several nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by a son David and a daughter Marjorie, brothers, Charlie, Earl, Frank, Irvin, Raymond, George, Elmer, Fred and sisters, Annie and Minnie.

The family would like to thank Mary's caregiver, Sylvie Cormier also the staff and doctors for their good care at the Chaleur Regional Hospital.

There will be no visitation at the funeral home.  Funeral service will be held on Tuesday morning, September 5, 2017 at 11 am from First United Church, St. Patrick St.  Donations in memory of Mary may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or a charity of the donor's choice.  Arrangements are in the care of Elhatton Funeral Home (www.elhatton.com).