July 19, 1985 – August 29, 2023
Cody Jay Ward, son, husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away unexpectedly on August 29, 2023.
Cody was born in Aurora, Colorado to Charlie Ward and Robin Gray on July 19, 1985. He grew up with his brothers Robert and JD, and sister Renee. Cody graduated from Rifle High School in 2004. Later that year, Cody started dating his wife, Amanda. In the years following he had his son Conner in 2008, married Amanda in 2009, and welcomed his daughter Adalyn in 2010. There was nothing more important than family to Cody, and he loved them wholeheartedly every single day.
Cody loved being outdoors in any way he could. He was an avid hunter who loved hiking and camping. He loved archery season, having fishing competitions with his son, having dad-daughter dates with his daughter, and sharing his knowledge of the outdoors with his family. Cody was the most loyal and dependable person you’ve ever met; he was always there for you if you needed him.
In addition to his wife Amanda and children Conner and Adalyn, Cody is survived by his father: Charlie Ward (wife Betty), mother: Robin Gray (husband Ron), brother: Robert Ward, sister: Renee Ward (fiancé Chris), niece: Juliya, and nephews: Hayden and Bentley. He was preceded in passing by his brother JD and nephew Tucker.
The funeral service will be held at Garfield County Fairgrounds on Friday, September 8, 2023 at 11am. A luncheon will follow the celebration. His family will be present to welcome loved ones.