Martha Elizabeth McDonald, 68, of Brackettville, went to be with our lord on Thursday December 18, 2014. She was born on August 26, 1946 in Brackettville, TX (Kinney County). She was proceeded in death by both parents, Harding Lee Ward Sr., and Dorothy Rea Louise Ward. Three of her sisters Rosemary Hawkins, Cerilla Steward, and Shirley Christian. As well as one nephew and one great nephew. Martha graduated from Brackett high school in 1965. She gave her life to Christ early in age. She continuously prayed for everyone. "She stayed ready to keep from getting ready". She had a successful career as a well-known cook in Brackettville. She dedicated many years of service as a cook at the Kinney county sheriff's department and later retired. She is survived by one sister and four Brothers. Harding Lee Ward Jr.(Mary Frances) of Borger, TX, Clarence Ward(Audrey)Brackettville, TX, Luther Ward(Lou Ella) of Carrizo Springs, TX, Douglas Ward Sr. of Brackettville, TX and Beverly Kelly(Joe) of Brackettville, TX. Also survived by one Aunt Rosetta Harris of South Carolina, a host of nieces, nephews, and great nieces, and great nephews, many cousins and other family and friends. Visitation will be held on Friday, December 26, 2014, from 5:00 - 9:00 pm at Brackettville Sunset Funeral Home. Funeral Service will be held Saturday, December 27, 2014, 11:00am, First Baptist Church, Brackettville, Texas. Interment to follow at Seminole Indian Scout Cemetery.