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Michael Duane Ward, 84, of Walnut Creek, California, passed away peacefully on November 24, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Born with a friendly spirit and a strong work ethic, Mike lived a life rooted in family and service to others. He grew up in Santa Barbara and later moved to San Francisco, where he graduated from the University of San Francisco. Mike went on to build a fulfilling career in contract negotiations and procurement …

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Dear Diane & family, I am so saddened to hear of Mike's passing. Mike was the essence of a family man and a kind and ge…
Dear Diane & family, I am so saddened to hear of Mike's passing. Mike was the essence of a family m…
Dear Diane & family, I am so saddened to hear of Mike's passing.…

Dear Diane and the extended Wade family,

My heart goes out to you all as you grieve the passing of Mike. He was such a v…

Dear Diane and the extended Wade family,

My heart goes out to you all as you grieve the passing of M…

Dear Diane and the extended Wade family,

My heart goes out to you…

Dear Diane, Dina, Chris, Wendy and family - My heart shares your sorrow and you are all in my prayers. Michael is a str…

Dear Diane, Dina, Chris, Wendy and family - My heart shares your sorrow and you are all in my praye…

Dear Diane, Dina, Chris, Wendy and family - My heart shares your…

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Born

June 18th, 1941
Santa Barbara, CA
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Passed away

November 24th, 2025
Walnut Creek, CA

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Final resting place

Queen of Heaven Cemetery

1965 Reliez Valley Road, Lafayette, CA 94549
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