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Cliff Ball Obituary

40, of Lakewood, died August, 27, 2006. Visitation, Thursday, 6-8pm, Funeral service, Friday, 3pm both at Olinger Crown Hill, 29th & Wadsworth. Interment, Olinger Crown Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions to the C. J. Ball Education Memorial Fund c/o US Bank, 8441 W. Bowles Ave., Littleton 80123. Visit www.mem.com.

Published by Denver Post on Aug. 31, 2006.
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Uncle Cliff. Time has passed so fast since your passing. I think of you often and miss you so. I have had the pleasure of watching you son CJ grow into something very special. We spent the night on the lake tonight and he ask me..."what was you fondest memory of my dad"?
I struggled as there was so many... but, I shared how fond I was of the night fishing at Mac we did so many times. The late night runs to the dam in your folks Sea Ray. I'll never forget the many memories Cliff. I admired, looked up to and enjoyed every minute I spent with you.
Ryan Cook

Ryan Cook

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July 21, 2017

I am a child of god and he has sent me here has given me a loving family,Cliffard surely was giving that he was loved dearly by his mother and father,loving sister brother and his loving son CJ.On this special day he would have been 46 yrs. old.It is my prayer that all his family be comforted as they remember the happy times they shared together,may there hearts be filled with joy knowing that one day we will all be together again with our loving Heavenly Father and our beloved Savior Jesus Christ Amen Scripture: John 14:27 Love your aunt Joyce Kloster,Madera ca.

February 22, 2012

Cliff, you are not here on earth but still in spirit. Today you would have been 46 yrs. old. I love you and we all miss you so much. I know someday we will be together, so until then I once again say goodbye to you.

Carolyn Kelley

February 21, 2012

Cliff, Happy 45th Birthday. We miss you so much, we think of you day in and day out, and wish that you were still here with all of us. We love you,
Love Mom, and Dad

February 21, 2011

February 21, 2011

February 21, 2011

Clifford Ball. Happy Birthday you old fart. We all miss you very much, even though you are with us everyday and all day. The legacy of you Perfect hhair when ever somone touched it still floats througout the family. Love CJ,Mom,Dad

Cj Ball

February 21, 2011

Cliff, I miss you so much! Most of my days I think of you as time goes bye the hurt has eased. You would be so proud of your son, he's growing up to be just like you. Baby brother someday we will all be together until then I love you!!!!

Carolyn Kelley

November 8, 2010

My sweet brother,
One year ago God called you home. We all miss you so very much. I still think you are going to walk in the door and give me a bear hug, laugh and joke with me. The pain of losing you is still fresh with all of us, most of all CJ. We love you Cliff and know someday we all will be together again.
Love, Carolyn

Carolyn Kelley

August 27, 2007

Hey Sweetie,

It's me, Red, just thinkin' about cha' and talkin' to you as usual. I miss you soooooo much.....we always had each other to talk to, about anything,children, life, etc. I feel so very lost without you. The only way that I know how to comunicate with you is within my writing.You know, I still try to figure it out, talkin' to you, moments before. Maybe someday GOD will show me the way, and why this was to be...I do know that you're feeling so much better with the LORD. I am thankful for the PEACE that you have finally found, no doubt, but, I still am being selfish, and miss you tremendously....words could never say just how much. You were always a lifeline to me. I miss our special talks. Everyone misses you, espically ME!!! I know that YOU always knew that your Mom & Dad loved you so much, as well as your brother and sister as well, I just loved to watch you make your parents proud!! I could always see it in their eyes. Well, I still believe that ANGELS watch over their loved ones, and, I do believe YOU are one of them. In a way I feel silly writing this, then again, I know that you see it all, so, ask GOD to bless all of your loved ones, and we'll see you soon!!

Louise Shine

March 22, 2007

Dear Cliff,
Today would have been your 41st Birthday. Words are not enough to express how much I miss you. I miss your sweet smile, your wonderful laugh and most of all those bear hugs. I would give anything to have "just one more day". My heart has been wounded, but each day it heals just a little bit. I think of you often and know you are in a better place.
I love you and miss you so very much.
Love,
Carolyn

Carolyn Kelley

February 21, 2007

My Shining Star!!

That's what you always were, and are, to me Cliff, no matter what the situation might be, you were always to the rescue.

It has taken me almost 5 months to put my thoughts into words for you. I am still numb...I expect you to walk through my door, as usual, or call, with such a cheerful tone to your voice, as always, telling me to " Get up!! Go to the gym!!" As you, yourself, was heading into work, at the crack of dawn.

My home is filled full of memories of you, and us, along with C.J. and for the life of me, I wish I could rewind time. I have seen your strength, you could have taken on the world if you had to, and your love for your family, and espically your son, was so tremendous, it brought a warming to my heart, always.

I find myself speaking to you multiple times throughout the day, I know that you're listening, and always answer. I am very thankful for the stong bond that we always had, and still will, for times to come, spritually, and in my heart. We always had such wonderful talks, whether it was for a period of 6 hours of me listening, or a few short moments. I always treasured them all. I miss them,and you, so much, but, I know that you are still here, around everyone that misses you so....

The answer to your question, would have been yes, but, you already knew that. I will NEVER forget the sound of your voice, and the love that echoed as you spoke, your sly laugh, and you inqusitive nature. I always loved those things, amongst many others, about you!!

I had so much to say to you, and never did. I only wish that I could have done more for you, and made a difference. I MISS YOU CLIFF! I always will.

You will always be with me, in body, spirit, and mind.

Forever in my heart, and thoughts,

One of the original LG's,
Your Redhead,
P.S. Give Shane a BIG hug, and kiss for me! Love and miss you sooo much sweetie!! I know that you're in a better place, playing with Maggie & Thunder, take care of him for me. He'd be a good huntin' dog for you!

Louise Shine

February 9, 2007

MY DAD, My dad had a huge inpact on my life and everyone els. I will miss him soooooooooo much you guys dont even know. I feel so sad and i just wish i would have said bye and that i loved him sooooooooo much. But that doesnt always go as we want it to go. I will miss going fishing, hunting, camping, and just spending time with him. I argued and fussed to go with him and his boss on that trip, but i guess god and my dad knew that it was not a good idea for me to go! I miss calling him when i would go to bed and he would tickle me and say that he loved me. I just wish i could have got those three words out befor god took him. He will hunt and fish every day now so i'm sure he is happy about that. But its hard to her about kids saying that there going hunting and fishing with thier dads. I always talk to him and always will till the day that i die. You never know when god wants some one so if everyone will do so just tell everyone close to you that you love them because you naver know when something like this comes out of no ware. All of us can get through this with each other. RIP MY SWEET DADY

CJ Ball

January 27, 2007

Tom, Delores, CJ and family, 12/01/06

Dear Ones, We were absolutely devasted hearing about Cliff. Both of us have always felt like an unofficial Aunt and Uncle to Carolyn,Tom,Jr. and Cliff. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this trying time. We know how much you all loved Cliff as everyone that knew him did. That love will never diminish but will grow stronger through CJ.

Memories of how much Cliff loved fishing, camping, hunting, boating and the trips to Wyoming, Lake McConaughy and Lake Powell will be fondly remembered by all of us.

We are sending you some photographs from our album of some of the places we were with Cliff-him learning to swim at Glenwood Springs, one of our trips to Gurnsey, Wyoming and Cripple Creek. We will never forget those and all the wonderful times we have spent togeather. We love you all.

Anna & Clyde Newman

December 3, 2006

CJ, You are an awesome person, and even thought I didnt know uor dad that well, it still means alot to me. God bless u!

Love ur cousin,
Madison

Madison Starner

October 29, 2006

Uncle Cliff~ some days i dont think i can make it, but then i see how strong my mom has been and i realize it will be ok. no words can express how much i miss you. i wish we could have spent more time together but unfortunately it was cut short. you have made such an impact on my life, not realizing it till now. i will never forget you and your laugh. it always made me smile. you were loved by everyone unconditionally. R.I.P Cliff Ball for now you are in no more suffering.

Love you always and forever

your niece,

Shannon Kelley

Shannon Kelley

September 21, 2006

September 17, 2006

September 17, 2006

Dear CJ,

You were the light of your dads eyes. He loved you very much, and he was so proud of you. You are a lot like him. You are a very handsome, and nice young man, and just know that your dad will always be with you in your heart. Hang on to all of the good memories and never be ashamed to show your sensitivity. I love you like one of my own and will always care about you.

Laurie Kauffman

September 15, 2006

To The Entire Ball Family,

I know how very much Cliff loved his family, and how much all of you loved him.There are no words to ease the pain of missing him here, but may the memories of him bring you comfort. For those left behind it is hard to understand, but God must have needed him home.We know that he is in a better place. You have all been so wonderful to Cliff and I these past two years, and I will treasure the memories we had with you. You have been like family to me and I love all of you very much. May you feel God's loving presence at this time.

Laurie Kauffman

September 15, 2006

My Dear Cliff,

When I met you two years ago I never dreamed that you would be the love of my life. What started out as a friendship turned into the most beautiful relationship that I never dreamed possible. I looked forward to the day that we would marry and follow our dreams we had together. This wasn't the way it was supposed to be. Some of the things that I will miss about you the most is your smile, when you smiled it was impossible not to smile with you. Your laughter, when you laughed it came from deep within and was a joy to hear. Your voice, you never let a day go by without telling me that you loved me. Your friendship, there wasn't anything that we could not talk about.Your touch, you were always affectionate from holding hands, hugging, and holding. Your eyes, they always told me how you were feeling. You were a very kind, sensitive, generous, passionate man that shared your love with your whole heart. I will have an empty place in my heart that only you were allowed in. I believe that you were my soul mate. I will never stop missing, you or loving you. You were my special thing, and I will always remember Mr. H and Mrs. O. Some day we will be together again my love.



Forever Your Little girl

Laurie

Laurie Kauffman

September 15, 2006

I miss my Uncle so much. He has taken a part of my heart with him. I am so glad that i spent so much time with him and shared so many fun times. I looked up to him like a brother and thought the world of him. I wanted so badly for my kids to know him.

Im so sorry that my family is hurting so much. I know that Cliff is in a better place and will never be hurt again. I love you Cliff and will miss you.

Megan Murphy (Kelley)

September 12, 2006

MY dearest sweetest baby brother, I love you so much. I will miss you more than words can express. I keep expecting you to walk in the door and grab me!! Be asured CJ will always be your "little man". We have such wonder happy memories of a wonderful person you truly were. Those memories will ease our pain.

Love Always and forever,

Carolyn "your big sister"

Carolyn Kelley

September 8, 2006

Uncle Cliff,

I will miss you so much!! I will always think about the wonderful times that you me and Aunt Sandy had together. You were a wonderful person, and I love you so much. Mr. and Mrs.Ball Im sorry for your loose, god bless you and your family.

C.J I love you and am here for you always, your daddy loved you very much, and will always be in your heart.

(Niece of Sandra Ball)

Linsey Cook

September 1, 2006

CJ - You have been in our thoughts since we heard about your Dad. We always had so much fun with you guys up at Lake McConaughy. He will be missed by many people. Take care sweety!!



Randy, Steph, Mallory & Sydney Williams

Stephanie Williams

September 1, 2006

I am in shock; it has taken me a bit of time to absorb the news. During my youngest years Cliff was my best friend and I always thought that one day my son would meet him. I regale my young son with childhood stories of me and Cliff growing up. The wonderful times we had, especially starting off in pre-school together and letting all the animals out of their cages. That got us into trouble. Picking the cherries from Ms. Gay’s cherry trees and then making cherry pies without removing the cherry pits. We learned our lesson and tried taking the pits out in Mrs. Ball’s kitchen – the mess was incredible. The adventures we had in the irrigation ditch trying to find garden snakes, turtles and other creepy crawlies. To this day I still have all the presents that Cliff ever gave me growing up, the wooden toadstools, the stuffed animals, the Raggedy Ann plaque etc. I only wish I would have found out earlier about the accident so I could have caught a plane and come out to say goodbye to Cliff and give my condolences in person to Mr. and Mrs. Ball and CJ. I feel so bad for CJ, I realize he has a loving mom and grandparents, but Cliff will be so dearly missed. He was such a wonderful person and a great friend.



To Mr. and Mrs. Ball, may Cliff's smile remind you forever of his beautiful soul and his warm heart. And to CJ, your dad will always be with you, resting quietly in your heart.

Cheryl (Walker) Antonio

September 1, 2006

To CJ and the Ball Family:



We are so very sorry for your loss. As I reflect on the time when we first me Cliff and the family I felt blessed and knew the friendship would be life long. CJ you know anytime you want to come over and hang with Nicole, no matter when we are here for you. We love you, your mom, and our hearts are with your family.



Love,

Laura and Carl, Jennifer and Nicole Wanca

Laura Harmon

September 1, 2006

To the Ball family,

Our hearts and prayers are with you.

Steve, Marcy, Chadd, Madison

Steve Starner

August 31, 2006

CJ,Tom,Delores & Family



Although it's been a few years since I've seen Cliff - I will truly miss him and honestly can't believe he's gone. I'll always remember his kind smile, his awesome sense of humor and his ability to always make people feel welcome. I have many fond memories of Cliff and will never forget all of the fun times we had when we were all together!



Cliff, I will think of you often and will never forget you - I'm sorry I can't be there to say goodbye.



CJ,Delores and Tom, I'm so sorry for your loss and please know you're in my thoughts and prayers.



CJ, Aunt Marcy loves you and I'll always be here for you. Stay strong for Mom - you're the MAN now!



Marcy Starner (Zellaha)

Indianapolis, Indiana

Marcy Starner

August 31, 2006

Ball Family,

We are sorry to hear about Cliff. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you!

Scott, Shari Burns and Family

August 31, 2006

To the Ball family

As a childhood friend of Cliff's, my memories of him are brought back to me. The fun we had and what a caring young man he was. My thoughts and prayers are with all his friends and family.

Dan McMaster

August 31, 2006

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August 31, 2006

August 31, 2006

Tom,Delores,C.J. and family,



Cliff definantly was a highlight in my life!! When he smiled, he lit up the room, literally. I know that he will always be thought of, and remembered forever. He was a wonderful, caring and sensitive man. Always wanting to lend a hand, and help out when he was able....I have very fond memories of him, as do all of you, that I will always hold close to my heart. May the Lord bring a calming to your spirit, and just know that he will forever be happy, and I feel blessed to have met, and known Cliff. I am truly saddened for your loss. I know that Cliff had loved all of you very much, and he always expressed that his family ment alot to him. I will miss him so much!

Louise Shine

August 30, 2006

Delores and Family,

Wow, we just talked for the first time in a long time. It's amazing how life can change so quickly. I'm not sure what happened, but I am so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. He was a remarkable guy when I knew him and I'm sure that hadn't changed. I am certain he will be greatly missed, and will be a wonderful guiding presence in the mind and memories of his son and all of you. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Sandy Montoya and Family

Sandy Montoya

August 30, 2006

Dear Uncle Tommy, Aunt Delores & family:We are so sorry for your loss. May all the loving memories you have of Clifford help ease the pain in the coming days & months ahead. He will be missed by many. You are all in our prayers & thoughts. With Love Penny & Marv Lnacaster & family.

MARV & PENNY LANCASTER

August 30, 2006

Cliff,

My heart hurts for you and the family. You will always be in my thoughts. Your aunt Nona.

Nona Skruch

August 30, 2006

CLIFF YOU WERE A GREAT PERSON AND WILL BE MISSED BY ALL OF US IN THE SHOP AT DOUGLAS COUNTY SCHOOLS SHOP

TERRY HIATT

August 30, 2006

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