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Gayla Faye Ward

Case from Ninnekah, OK dated Jun 23, 2016

Victim Details

Gayla Faye Ward

Female

White / Caucasian

Ninnekah

OK

2016-06-23

46

Gayla

Faye Ward

06/26/2026

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In the small community of Ninnekah, Oklahoma, Gayla Faye Ward, a 46-year-old Caucasian woman, was known as a devoted mother and a hardworking individual. Her life, however, came to a tragic end on June 23, 2016, when she died from gun violence. The circumstances surrounding her death have been the subject of conflicting reports, leaving a measure of uncertainty in a case that deeply affected those who knew her.

Born on February 6, 1970, Gayla had built a life centered around her four chil ...
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  • Chickasha Express Star: Death of married couple ruled murder-suicide
  • Gayla Faye Ward Obituary 2016 - OK Cremation & Funeral Home
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