The owner of Fort Campbell Boulevard’s Bo Barber Shop in Clarksville shot himself during a city council meeting Thursday night.
The council had just voted down the second reading of a request from Ronald “Bo” Ward, of 1517 Madison St., to have his home rezoned as commercial.
Ward, owner of Bo’s Barber Shop across from Gate 1 on Fort Campbell Boulevard, had said the rezoning would increase his property value, allowing him to secure a loan to offset debt he incurred when he expanded his shop.Said Ward last month, “If this (zone change) doesn’t go through, I lose my home, I lose my shop, I lose everything I got.”
[Man kills himself at council meeting - Leaf Chrionicle - 10-05-07]
– 10-04-07 – Man Shoots Himself In Council Chambers
UPDATE 12:28p.m. – 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) Commander has issued a statement on the death of Robert “Bo” Ward.
“On behalf of the 101st Airborne Division and the entire Fort Campbell community, I extend my deepest condolences to the family and friends of Ronald “Bo” Ward.Bo’s tragic death saddens all of Fort Campbell. Soldiers from across the Army, from Private to General, knew and loved him for his sincere and caring concern for our Soldiers and their Families. He was an icon on Fort Campbell; known for his hospitality, warm smile, and engaging conversation. When a Soldier got their hair cut by Bo, you got more than just a haircut – you got a story, a pat on the back, and words of encouragement from a patriotic citizen who genuinely cared about Soldiers. Bo Ward loved serving Soldiers and will be sadly missed by us all. His contributions to Fort Campbell will have a lasting impact on the 101st Airborne Division, Fort Campbell, and Soldiers serving our nation throughout the world.”
Major General Jeffrey Schloesser
Commander, 101st Airborne Division and Fort Campbell
UPDATE 4:38p.m. – Visitation for Bo Ward is Saturday at 4pm – 8pm at Neal-Tarpley Chapel. Funeral is Sunday at 3:30pm at Neal-Tarpley Chapel.
