Mabel Virginia Fisher Ward, age 90, a longtime resident of New Kent County, VA, died August 1, 2024.
She was predeceased by her husband James Dennis Ward; her parents Hugh Pearson and Alice Virginia Fisher; and her siblings Ella Mae Johnson, Frances Martin, Hugh P. Fisher Jr, Harriet Minor Fisher and George Fisher.
Mabel is survived by her loving daughter Harriet Ward Gavin and two treasured grandsons, Ward Fisher Gavin (Lindsey) and Cary Suiter Gavin. She is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews.
Mabel graduated from Mary Washington College in 1956 where she was named in “Who’s Who in American Colleges and Universities.” She earned a bachelor’s degree and teaching license and taught for 26 years at Chickahominy Academy and in Henrico County Public Schools.
Mabel married the love of her life June 22, 1957. She and Jimmy shared a passion for family, service and traveling. They enjoyed car trips across the country and visited all 50 states during their 65 years of marriage.
Mabel was active in her community. She was a member of Providence Forge Presbyterian Church for more than 50 years where she was active in the Women of the Church. She served on the Board of Directors for the Presbyterian Children’s Home in Lynchburg for two terms. She was the president of the Nelly Custis Woman’s Club and volunteered with the Red Cross and Meals on Wheels. After moving to Covenant Woods in 2014, she served on the New Member Committee and enjoyed sponsoring many new residents.
Mabel was best known for optimism and service for her family and her community. She will be greatly missed by all who were blessed to know and love her.
A memorial service will be held Tuesday, August 13 at 1 p.m. at Vincent Funeral Home in Providence Forge. The family will receive friends at a reception following the service at Wallace Manor, 3821 North Courthouse Road, Providence Forge.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Providence Forge Presbyterian Church or The Shriners Hospital for Children.
