James Ward, Jr. was born January 2, 1963 in Canton, Ohio to the late James, Sr. and Rebecca Ward. He departed this life on March 25, 2017. James graduated from Timken Sr. High School in 1981.  He leaves behind to cherish his memories (2) daughters, Jessica and Mercedes Stevenson; (1) son, De'Air Howell; (5) grandchildren; (2), sisters, Brenda J. Wesley and Lillie Kennedy as well as a host of other relatives and friends.