Lakeville: Allen E. Ward, 95 years, of Big Tree Road, Lakeville, NY died Monday March 3, 2008 at the Conesus Lake Nursing Home in Livonia where he had resided for a short period of time. He was born October 20, 1913 the son of Walter and Erma Johnson, in Geneseo, NY. Allen was US Navy Veteran in World War 2, retired from Eastman Kodak Co. in 1976 after 37 years of service. A 69 year member of the Lakeville United Chruch of Christ, he served in many capacities within the Church throughout that time. He also was a member of the Livonia Masonic Lodge, a lifetime member of the Lakeville Fire Department, the Harrison-Lee American Legion Post #283. An avid gardener, Allen very much enjoyed raising gladiolas, and belonged to the New York State Gladiolas Association. Allen had many interests and hobbies including stampbook collecting, srcapbooking, traveling and colecting books and magazines.

Allen is survived by his wife of 60 years, Jane McMillan; his children,David (Lin) Ward, Ann (Alan) Mathias, and Alice (Mel) Dillon all of Scottsville. 5 grandchildren, Michael, Lisa, Jeffrey, Melanie, and Kyla. 1 great grandson, Attila. His sister, Lillian Ward of Lakeville. several nieces and nephews.

Friends may call Thursday 4-7 PM at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc. Routes 15 and 20A (21 Big Tree St.) Livonia. Services will be held on Saturday March 14, 2009, 11 AM at the Lakeville United Church of Christ Route 20A Lakeville.
Expressions of sympathy to the Lakeville United Church of Christ, 5687 Big Tree Rd. Lakeville, NY 14480 or the Livonia Ambulance Fund PO Box 8 Livonia, NY 14487. To send condolences or further information please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com