Kathy Lynn Fipps Ward, age 61, of Lumberton, NC, entered her heavenly home on Saturday, July 15, 2023. Kathy was born in Robeson County on March 2, 1962 to the late Leewood and Opal Stone Fipps.

Kathy is survived by her husband, Philip Ward; her brother, Ronald Taylor (Ellen Lindsey); her sister, Shirley Parker (Joe); her stepson, Kyle Ward; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was surrounded by family and friends.

A memorial service will be held at Midway Baptist Church, 2382 Beulah Church Road in Lumberton, NC, on Wednesday, July 19, 2023, at 4:00 PM.