About Terry Ward
Lived 1939 – 1963 (aged 23–24). Terry Ward was a British association football player.
Career Ward was born in Stoke-on-Trent and joined the local Football League club Stoke City in 1959 where his brother Derrick had been since 1952. He made his debut during the 1959–60 season and broke into the squad in the following season playing in 29 matches. However it was around this time that Ward started to suffer from ill health and after two seasons of struggling to get into the side he decided to retire. Not long after he left the club his health problems escalated and he died at the age of 23.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Terry Ward?
English footballer (1939-1963)
When was Terry Ward born?
Terry Ward was born on 10 December 1939 in Stoke-on-Trent.
When did Terry Ward die?
Terry Ward died in 1963 in Stoke-on-Trent.
What was Terry Ward's occupation?
Terry Ward was an association football player.
What nationality was Terry Ward?
Terry Ward was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Terry Ward. https://biography.guide/terry-ward/
MLA: "Terry Ward." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/terry-ward/.
Chicago: "Terry Ward." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/terry-ward/.
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