Thomas Abram Ward SrBorn Oct. 12, 1884 in Craig, MO
Died Oct. 31, 1946 in Craig, MO
From The History of Holt County, Page 326-27:
"Thomas A. Ward is the Vice-President of the Farmer\\'s and Merchant Bank of Craig. He is the son of one of the pioneer families of Union Township, where he was born, and is a highly esteemed and prominent business man in the town in which he makes his home. Although a young man he entered actively into the civic and commercial life of Craig, and by his conservative business methods is making his bank one of the recognized financial institutions of Holt county.
Thomas A. Ward is the son of Thomas B. Ward, who came to the county in the early eighties and by thrift and economy acquired a section of fine farming lands in the county and valuable property in Craig, where he now makes his home. He was a Confederate soldier in the Civil War. He married Alice Sharp, member of one of the well known early families in the county. Three children were born to this union, only one whom survives, Thomas A., of this sketch. Tilda and Frank both died when about twelve years of age.
Thomas A. Ward was married October 15, 1905, to Miss Allie Angel, who was born at Fairfax, Missouri, and who is the daughter of Albert and Annie Angel. Mr. and Mrs. Ward have one son, Thomas A., Jr.
Mr. Ward is a member of the Masonic lodge of Craig, and is a present member of the Craig Board of Education. He is a large owner of Craig real estate."
Burial Location
WXYY-156