John “Gumby” Ward

John "Gumby" Ward, age 77 of Auburn, passed away on Wednesday, January 6, 2021.

He was born on May 19, 1943 in Warsaw, NY. He was an over the road trucker for 55

years.

John is survived by his wife, Donna of 20 years. He is also survived by his sister Rose

(Danny), son John, daughters Ann, Marleen and Malinda as well as step children Tammy,

Kevin, John and David along with 23 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren.

He was an avid fisherman with his best friend Mike, as well as puzzles, dominos, the Bills

and loved to help people. Due to his wishes, he was cremated.