Coldwater. Age 79, passed away at Kairos Dwelling Home in Kalamazoo on July 29, 2017. Ward was born on March 3, 1938 in Hillsdale, Michigan to George and Agnes Yearling. Ward honorably served our county in the United States Navy. He worked for many years in real estate also as an office manager. He was married Carol (Lenz) on September 16, 1960. Ward was preceded in death by his parents as well as his siblings, Brad Yearling, Phillip Yearling and Shirley Bowerman. Ward leaves behind to cherish his memory his wife of 56 years, his children Eric (Reggie) Yearling of Indianapolis, Indiana, Matthew (and fiancé Michelle) Yearling of Coldwater and Amy Yearling. He is also survived by his grandchildren Quintin, Amanda, Grant and Erin, as well as two great-grandchildren. In accordance with Ward’s wishes, cremation has taken place.