Sandra Roberta Whaley Ward, 52, passed away Thursday, April 8, 2010 at Wake Medical Center. Born and raised in Garner, she is the daughter of Edna Ross Whaley and the late Ralph Whaley. She was a loving mother, daughter, sister and friend to all who knew her.

A graveside service was held Monday, April 12 at 11 a.m. at Montlawn Memorial Park.

In addition to her mother, she is survived by her daughter, Rachel Ward of Greenville; son, Russell Ward of Garner; brothers, Ron Whaley and wife, Kaye of Garner and David Whaley and wife, Diane of Broadway; sister, Betsy Cox of Raleigh; special Aunt Janice Whaley Collier of Garner and several nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends at the home of Ron and Kaye Whaley, 103 Lawshe Circle in Garner. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Garner United Methodist Church, 201 Methodist Drive, Garner, NC 27529.