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Mary Ball Obituary

KINSTON - Mary Ann Jones Ball, 79, of the Strabane Community, passed away Friday, February 14, 2014. Mary Ann was born May 20, 1934, in Lenoir County to the late Floyd Barwick Jones Sr. and Annie Johnston Jones. Mary Ann received her Master's Degree in Education from East Carolina University and enjoyed a long, distinguished career teaching in the Business Department at Lenoir Community College. She enjoyed the beach and UNC Basketball. Her greatest pleasure came from being with family. She loved following and supporting her precious grandchildren in their many activities and endeavors. Mary Ann spent many hours around ball fields and gymnasiums cheering on her grandchildren. They always brought a smile to her face and a twinkle to her eye. A service of remembrance will be held Sunday, February 16, 2014, at 3 p.m. from Rouse Funeral Home with the Rev. Craig Ham officiating. Interment will follow at Westview Cemetery. Mary Ann is survived by two sons, Kenny Ball and Billy Sutton and wife Wendy; three grandchildren, Brandon Sutton, Ashley Sutton and Trey Smith. The family will receive friends Sunday following the committal service. Online condolences may be expressed at rousefh.com. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 930B Wellness Drive, Greenville, NC 27834. Arrangements are with Rouse Funeral Home, La Grange. Sign the guest book at Kinston.com. (Paid obituary)

Published by Free Press from Feb. 15 to Feb. 18, 2014.
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To the Sons of Mary Ball, so sorry for the loss of your mom, take comfort in knowing that you are not alone.Draw close to God in your time of sorrow, he will draw close to you. James4:8

February 17, 2014

Brandon my other son and all your family, it was a very sad morning when I heard of grandmas passing. We certainly know where this precious lady is. She was grandma to so many. We thank you and your family for sharing her with us. She brought so much joy to us all. The day we see her again will be glorious. Love you all.

Dana King

February 16, 2014

Billy & Kenny

So sorry to hear about Mary Ann. She was such a wonderful and loving lady, always had a smile. I have some very fond memories of her, as I know all of you do. Always cherish those special times you had with her those memories will keep her close to you. Heaven has a special angel.

Mickey Dail

February 16, 2014

Billy, Kenny and family-- Our thoughts and prayers go out to you at this time of your great loss. Our family has many great memories shared with her and your family. May God bless and guide you in this time of great sorrow. The Bobby Davis Family

Bobby Davis

February 16, 2014

Kenny , Billy and family . So sorry for your loss . Mary Ann was a sweet lady . Always with a smile . Our thoughts and prayers are with you all .

David Jackson

February 16, 2014

Billy & family,

So sorry about the loss of your mother. Thoughts & prayers are with you & your family.

Carol Gardner

February 16, 2014

always had a smile for everyone a truly wonderful lady a lot of people are going to miss you mary ann

eddy outlaw

February 16, 2014

I am so grateful to have had the pleasure of knowing Ms. Mary Ann Ball. I met her while attending college at LCC in 1987. As an instructor, she genuinely cared about each one of her students and would "leave no man behind." She made her students want to come to her class each day. Ms. Ball, you truly touched many lives and I will always remember you. To the family, my deepest condolences.

Angelia Bright-Wallace

February 16, 2014

Wendy, Billy and all the family of Mary Ann: Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May precious memories remain in your hearts forever. May God Bless.

Sincerely,
Susie & Rickie Pearson

Susie Pearson

February 15, 2014

Dear Ball Family,

I first met Mrs. Ball at LCC while attending school there and fell in love with her immediately. She was a treasure to be around always. May you find comfort and peace in your wonderful memories of a great lady. My prayers are with you.

Susan Moody

February 15, 2014

I will always cherish the wonderful memories of "Aunt Mary Ann". She was definitely, "One of a kind". Heaven has gained an angel to watch over all of her beloved friends and family. May God wrap his arms around all of you during this time.

Joan Moore-Howell

February 15, 2014

Kenny so sorry to hear about your mom passing..she was such a sweet person..thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.

Ginger Parker

February 15, 2014

I thank The Good Lord for blessing everyone that knew this wonderful lady. Not only did she teach me, she was a friend also...and found out we were related too. I treasure the good times we had. Condolences and prayers to all the family.

Ivy Jo Barwick Albertson

February 15, 2014

Have some great memories of this fine lady. Both at the beach and and on a ball field. Such a sweet lady.

Miriam Ledford

February 15, 2014

This world, as we know it, has lost one fine lady but Heaven has gained a precious angel. Mrs. Ball was a teacher of mine at LCC and I later worked for her by keeping her sweet Aunt Macie whom she loved with all her heart, until Ms. Macie went to be with the Lord. Rest in peace, Mrs. Mary Ann.

Gracie Acuna

February 15, 2014

We are sorry to hear of the passing of Mary Ann. Hope and praying for the family.

Clarence and Frances Whitfield

February 15, 2014

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