Bedford………Johnsia Wilson Ward, age 81 of Bedford died Thursday, April 23, 2020 at her residence.

Born November 20, 1938 in Lynchburg, she was a daughter of the late Archie Arvin Wilson and Alma Smith Wilson.  She was predeceased by her husband, Isaac "Ike" Weitzel Ward; one grandson, Chris; one great-grandson, Andrew; two sisters, and four brothers.  Mrs. Ward was member of Summersett Baptist Church and she was a home maker.  She loved roses and gardening.

She is survived by one son, Wesley Ward of Lynchburg; one daughter, Sonya W. Fonseca and husband, Keith of Altavista; one sister, Sandra Wooldridge and husband, Robert of Forest; six grandchildren, Laura, Stuart, Amber, Keegan, Anabella, and Adleigh; and three great-grandchildren, Hunter, Anthony, and Isaac.

Private graveside services will be held at Carl O. Moran Memorial Garden by Rev. Bobby Brumfield.

Colbert-Moran Funeral Home, Gretna is assisting the family. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.colbertmoran.com .