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John Ball Obituary

John Arthur Ball, Jr. WEDDINGTON - John Arthur Ball, Jr., of Weddington, died peacefully on June 26, 2015, in Waxhaw, NC. He was born June 8, 1928 in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Esther and John A. Ball, Sr., and brother of Geraldine. He graduated from Loyola University in the class of 1950. He then joined the United States Navy during the Korean War, serving honorably until 1954 and was released from inactive duty in 1967 ending with the rank of Lieutenant Commander. In 1955 he joined US Plywood Corporation as a Sales Trainee, rising to the position of President in 1968. Following US Plywood's merger with Champion International, John served as Executive Vice President of the merged company until his retirement in 1996. During this time he was active in local community and national industry affairs serving as Chairman of the American Plywood Association and the American Forest Institute. In the Stamford, Connecticut community, Champion's home base, he served on the Boards of The United Way, The Stamford Center for the Arts, The Child Guidance Center, The Ferguson Library, The Fairfield County Foundation, Norwalk Community College, Norwalk Hospital and in 1994 was named Stamford Citizen of the Year. He and his family were long time residents of Darien, Connecticut. He is survived by his beloved wife, Marie to whom he was married to for almost 62 years; his four children, John III and his wife Carrie, Jamie and her husband Brad, James and his wife Lorie and Jodi and her husband Steve; his eight grandchildren, Michael, Sean, Lily, Henry, Alex, John IV, Matthew and Courtney, his great-grandson, Dylan, his brother-in-law Edward Phillips, eight nephews, seven nieces and his lifelong best friend Charles Clough. Private visitation will be on Friday, July 3, 2015, from 11:00 AM until 12:00PM with prayer services beginning at 12:00 PM in the Weddington Chapel of Heritage Funeral Home, 3700 Forest Lawn Drive. Graveside service with military honors will follow at Forest Lawn East Cemetery in the Family Estate Garden. In lieu of flowers memorials should be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 3800 Shamrock Dr., Charlotte, NC 28215. www.alz.org/northcarolina. Arrangements are in the care of Heritage Funeral Home, Weddington. An online guestbook is available at www.heritagecares.com.

Published by Charlotte Observer on Jul. 1, 2015.
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Dearest marie, we just heard about John's passing and our so sorry for your loss. We will keep you in our prayers. With love. Mary and Richard

Mary Musalo

December 19, 2015

My condolences is to the Ball's Family. So sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort be with you at this time of grief, and be comforted by His Word. (1 Cor.15:26)

CW

July 26, 2015

So sorry to hear about John's passing. He was a force of nature! He did so much for Champion and the Stamford communinity. I remember well the conversations, the pointed direction, and the humor while I worked as part of the Champions for Life team.

Howard Kraft

July 17, 2015

We were saddened to learn of John's passing and send heartfelt condolences to his wife, Marie, and family. We had the privilege of working with John for many years at Champion International, Stamford, CT and recall fond memories chauffeuring John and Marie. May he rest in Peace. Vincent Fanning - Charles Stamatelos & Joseph Grosso

vincent fanning

July 9, 2015

To the family:
May you find peace from the God of all comfort and peace and be strengthened to excel pass all understanding.

July 6, 2015

Dear Ball family and friends,
I am so sorry for your loss. May the God of all peace and comfort bind up your broken hearts at this very difficult time. -Psalm 94:19

M C

July 3, 2015

Fond memories of Mr. Ball from our years at Champion.

With sincere sympathy,

Marlene Bicchieri

July 3, 2015

Love you Uncle John rest in peace. you were a great guy. Patty Phillips.

July 2, 2015

To Marie and family, So sorry to hear of John's passing. We worked together for many years at Champion. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tom Volpe, Darien, CT

July 2, 2015

My condolences to the family. Mr. Ball was a joy to work with at Champion Building Products. Rest in peace.

Jill Owens

July 1, 2015

Dave & I worked with John during our Champion years. Such a joy to know, so polished & professional yet an easy going guy. Prayers to the family. Jan & Dave Spahn.

July 1, 2015

What a great man. He had such a presence when he entered a room. Seemed like he could always light up an audience with his wit and a funny story. It saddens me to learn of this great Champion's passing. Prayers to the family.

Jack marcum

July 1, 2015

John was a real gentleman!! My prayers and condolences.

Bruce

Bruce Patterson

July 1, 2015

Jamie,
I was so very saddened to hear of your father's recent passing. Please know that I am thinking of you and Brad along with your entire family at this difficult time.

Ed O'Brien

July 1, 2015

My heart is so heavy. Mr. Ball was a true friend and mentor during my many years at Champion International Corp. - he will truly be missed. Rest in peace my friend - until we meet again... Fondly

Vanessa Haynie Barros

July 1, 2015

My heart is so very heavy with this news. Mr. Ball was a wonderful friend and mentor during my years at Champion International and I will never forget him. Rest in peace my friend - until we meet again......

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Vanessa Haynie Barros

July 1, 2015

My deepest condolences to everyone. May you find peace and comfort in the memories you have of your loved one. Mr. Ball was my boss at Champion International and I have the fondest memories. With sympathy.

Sonia Moncrieffe

July 1, 2015

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