Joann Simpson

Ward

Obituary

Joann Simpson Ward, 87, of Tifton passed Friday, April 3, 2020, at her residence. A private graveside funeral service will be held for Mrs. Ward on Monday, April 6, 2020, at Oak Ridge Cemetery, where she will be laid to rest. The Rev. Corey Hand will officiate.

Born September 6, 1932 in Colquitt County, Mrs. Ward was the daughter of the late Harry Preston Simpson and Ruth Harrell Simpson. She was also preceded in death by her first husband, Gene Fallin; and her second husband, Gene Ward; and two brothers. She graduated from Tifton High School and, before retiring, she was the office manager for Dr. Robley Smith and Dr. Charles Zimmerman. She was a Pink Lady and served in the Gift Shop at Tift Regional Medical Center and she was a member of the Red Hat Society. She was also a member of Zion Hope Baptist Church in Tifton.

Mrs. Ward is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Harry and Theresa Fallin of Tifton and Jack and Sandi Fallin of Yulee, Florida; six grandchildren, Anthony Fallin, Patrick Fallin, Renee Fallin, Keith Fallin, Madison Fallin and Elizabeth Fallin; and six great-grandchildren.

Memorial gifts may be made to the American Cancer Society, Tifton Office, P. O. Box 385, Tifton, GA 31793.