Harper Jean Ward, 23 months old of Caledonia, MS gained her wings Thursday, November 22. 2018 at the Pediatric Unit of North Mississippi Medical Center, Tupelo, MS.

Visitation will be Friday, November 30, 2018, from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM at Lowndes Funeral Home, Columbus, MS. Funeral Service will be Saturday, December 1, 2018, at 2:00 PM in the Lowndes Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Bob Burch officiating.  Interment will be at Vaughn Cemetery, Caledonia, MS with Lowndes Funeral Home directing.

Harper was born December 12, 2016, to Matthew Ward and Lana Marie Linton in Columbus, MS.  She loved brushing her teeth, taking pictures with mom, and singing Baby Shark.  Her smile lit up every room she entered.  Harper was known for her cute laugh, beautiful smile, and uncontrollable curly hair.  She truly was a gift to everyone she knew.  Her love touched so many in such a short time, she will be missed by all that knew this precious baby girl.

Harper is survived by her mother – Lana Marie Linton, father – Matthew "Matt" Ward, brother – Aidyn Linton, sister – Rownin Ward, grandparents – Brenda and Chad Wheat, Barry and Katheryn Linton and Diane McKinstry.

Pallbearers will be Kyle Linton, Larry Joe Brownlee, Ryan Ward, and Kyle Coleman.

Memorials may be made to Vaughn Cemetery, c/o Martha Mims, 3011 Wolfe Road, Columbus, MS  39705