Ernestine Ward, age 84, of Tomahawk, KY, passed away March 17, 2023 at Martin County Healthcare Facility in Inez, KY. She was born December 28, 1938 in Martin County, KY to the late James and Dulcie Smith Ward. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brother, Oakey Ward, and one sister Vernon Ward Perry. She is survived by  one sister, Dovie Crum of Tomahawk, KY and her nephew, Keith Crum. Funeral services will be held on Monday, March 20, 2023 at 11 AM in the chapel of Crum Funeral Home with Roger Harless officiating. Burial will follow at the Ward Cemetery. Friends may visit at the funeral home on Sunday from 5 PM to 9 PM. Arrangements are under the direction of Crum Funeral Home of Inez, KY.