Valerie Ann Ward (nee Hutton) of Collingwood, passed away peacefully at Campbell House Hospice, Collingwood on Saturday, April 27 in her 72nd year. Cherished wife of Wesley Ward. Loving aunt of Brandon Ward (Samantha Cameron) and their son Emmett. Valerie will be missed by her sisters-in-law Cheryl Ward and Linda McEwen. Predeceased by her parents Robert & Sadie Hutton (nee Lockhart). Valerie was born & raised in Collingwood and worked in retail locations within the community. The family wishes to express their heartfelt gratitude to the staff and volunteers at Hospice Georgian Triangle for their devoted and loving care. Arrangements entrusted to the Chatterson Funeral Home, Collingwood. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Hospice Georgian Triangle – Campbell House. To sign Valerie’s Book of Memories, please visit www.chattersonfuneralhome.com.