John Wesley Ard

John (Jack) Wesley Ard was born August 8, 1931 in Osage City, Kansas to Elmer and Marie Harper Ard He died June 8, 2017 at his home in Carbondale, Kansas with his wife and other family members present.

John lived most of his life in Osage County. Attended school in Osage City. Worked at a Salvage Yard in Osage City and IBP In Emporia for a short time, also ran the 56 Auto In Scranton selling cars and salvage until retiring and working in the yard and garden at home. He loved to grow tomatoes and melons.

Family members surviving are his wife Sharon of the home. One brother Merle (Jean) Ard of Topeka and two sisters Lois (Roger) Gurtler and Verna (Raymond)Morris both of Osage City, sister in law Dorothy Ard Aurora, MO and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and six siblings Elmer Ard, Edwin Ard, Ethel Payne, Edith Bridgewater, Agnes Payne and Bob Ard. He loved all of his family. He hosted many family reunions at his home, working on the yard for many days preparing for everyone to enjoy time together.

John was cremated at his request.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday July 1 at the community center in Scranton(300 East Boone) at 11AM. Casual attire please. A small lunch will be served following.