Don O. "Donnie Baseball" Ward Jr age 50 of Knox, formerly of Hammond passed away on Sunday November 15,2020. He is survived by his wife Bobbi; children Zachary, Christopher, Matthew, Emily, and Nathan; and by his granddaughter Mia.

Don was preceded in death by his parents Don and Vivian Ward Sr.

Per Don's wishes there will be no visitation or services.

Don was a member of IUOE Local #150 of Merrillville. He was an avid baseball fan, and he was a high school baseball umpire in Hammond. Don also coached youth sports and elementary school chess in Hammond.

For more information please call White funeral Home at 219-924-4100 or visit us at www.whitefuneralhomeofgriffith.com