Mr. David Ard, age 70, passed away January 20, 2021 at McCleod Loris Hospital.  Mr. Ard is the son of the late Sam Ard and the late Radie Hughes Woodward.  In addition to his parents, David is predeceased by his wife Mrs. Letha Ard; step-father: James Woodward; and one brother: James Ard.  Mr. David was a member of Pleasant Union Baptist Church.  He loved fishing, hunting, and riding the town and river with his best friend Mr. David Martin.  Prior to her passing, he loved spending every moment he could with the love of his life, his wife, Mrs. Letha Ard.  Surviving Mr. Ard are two sons: Dwayne Ard (Heather) and Shaun Ard (Angela) both of Aynor; three grandchildren: Samuel Ard, Kensley Ard, and Grayson Ard; one brother: Jo Ard of Charlotte, NC; and one sister: Mary Ann Hughes of Galivants Ferry.  A Graveside Service will be held 2:00 PM, Sunday, January 24, 2021 at Pleasant Union Baptist Church Cemetery with the Rev. Tom Lovern and Rev. Stevie Baker officiating.  Please remember to wear a mask and practice social distancing at the service.