Alvis Ward Sr. entered peacefully into rest in Oakland, California on February 16, 2021. He was 77 years old.

Born July 4, 1943 in Oakland, California to parents Lorine and Alton Ward, Alvis worked as a musician for over 50 years. He is survived by many loving family members and friends and will be deeply missed.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Grissom's Chapel & Mortuary.