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Beverly Ballard Obituary

BALLARD, BEVERLY J.; of Orion Township; went home to be with the Lord on September 24, 2013; age 80. Loving wife of Dale Ballard for over 62 years; devoted mother of Susan Craft, Ron (Christine) Ballard, and Karen Ballard; dear sister of Danny (Beverly) Williams, Gary (Janet) Kratt, Valerie Fishbeck, and Karen (Darrol) Parks; beloved grandmother of Kristopher George and Kyle (Casey) Ballard. Mrs. Ballard was an active member of Faith Church in Rochester Hills. Funeral Services will be held Saturday, September 28, 2013, 10:30 a.m. at the RIVERSIDE CHAPEL, Simpson-Modetz Funeral Home, 5630 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford. Officiating Pastor Jerry Brundle. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Friday 3 to 8 p.m. Interment Great Lakes National Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association or to Great Lakes Hospice. Online guestbook
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Published by The Oakland Press from Sep. 24 to Sep. 26, 2013.

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September 27, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. Please be assured God cares about the devastating pain we go through when dealing with and will comfort you at this time. 1 Pet. 5:7

Linda Hamilton

September 28, 2013

I always remember Dale and Bev having the girls church softball team over for a swim and good food after a game. It was such a treat. And I remember serving on the Board of Christian Women's Club with Bev and her dear friend, Sally Simpson. Now they are reunited in heaven. Also, all of the communion preparation the two couples provided. I still have her recipe for communion bread.
Bev was so kind and gentle, it was a joy to know her. Linda Hamilton, Austin, TX

September 27, 2013

We send our love and prayers from the therapy staff at Canterbury

The Brennan Family

September 26, 2013

So very sorry to hear about Bev, she was a beautiful lady and wonderful neighbor for many years, are prayers are with you and yours now and always.

Rick Ballard

September 26, 2013

God gave me a mind to remember, not a camera to go back in time to remember all things good and bad. I've spent the last two days reliving some of the ways Aunt Bev has touched my life. There are three things that stand out from all the rest. One thing is her buying me my first bible in 1964 and helping me believe that there is someone who looks over us all. The second thing is getting my Dad and I in church together for the first time and only time. I can still see Dad sitting beside me and hearing his stomach growling loudly all through the sermon. The third thing and the most important one of all was the night I spent the night, I stayed all night when I was young with Ron. Aunt Bev came in and covered us up and said goodnight and kissed me on my forehead. I still have the bible, Dad, and the kiss with me after all these years. I will miss you very much. Love, your Nephew, Rick Ballard.

Every year, my boyfriend & I do the Walk to End Alzheimer's. We now have another name to add to our memory flowers.We love & miss you Great Aunt Bev!

September 25, 2013

September 25, 2013

We are so sorry to hear about Beverly. She was such a sweet lady and I loved her strawberry pie. Love and Prayers to Dale and the family
Clayton and Gerry Lee

Arlene Hale, RN

September 25, 2013

I was one of the many care giver nurses for Beverly at Canterbury on the Lake. Beverly was a lovely and a pleasure to know. Thank you for the opportunity to know her.

Darla Blank-McMahon

September 25, 2013

Bev was such a wonderful neighbor, she will be greatly missed. Praying for your family during this difficult time.

Dianna Tracy

September 25, 2013

Bev was such a dear soul. I am so sorry I will not be in town for her service or visitation. She served with me many years on the board of Christian Women's Club, she is fondly loved and missed. We also loved her hospitality and her wonderful strawberry-rhubarb pies. God Bless your family and comfort them.

Diane Irwin-Davis

September 25, 2013

Karen, So Sorry for the Loss of your Mom.. My Thoughts & Prayers are with you & your Family during this difficult time!! If I can do anything to help you out Please let me know!!! God Bless!!

Brenda Judd

September 24, 2013

My favorite aunt, you'll be sadly missed. The memories of you will always be with me. I love you very much

Jolene Medrano & family ?

September 24, 2013

Great Aunt Bev... You are in a better place now, but we will miss you dearly! You were one strong and wonderful women! ?????

September 24, 2013

So sorry to read of Bev's death. Very great lady to work elections with and to know. Sorry for your loss. Marie LaLone English

Marlene Ballard

September 24, 2013

Special sister-in-law. God will take care of you. You'll always be loved.

Becky Walker & family

September 24, 2013

Very Special Aunt & Lady. You are loved and will be missed and always remembered.

Special Aunt & Special Lady you are loved & will be missed & always will be remembered.

Becky Walker & family

September 24, 2013

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