Donnita Lillian Ball

Donnita Lillian (Kelly) Ball Battle Creek Donnita Lillian Ball was born December 1, 1927 to Martin and Bernice Kelly, Augusta, Michigan. "Kelly" as she liked to be called passed away June 3, 2011 where she was a resident at The Oaks in Battle Creek, MI. Kelly is survived by her brothers, Martin (Bernadine) Kelly, Jay (Eileen) Kelly; her sons, Michael (Marilyn) Needham, Bud (Theresa) Needham, David (Wendy) Ball, Dennis Ball, Jon Ball, and daughters, Patricia (Tom) Shook, Kelly (Larry) Nelson, Amie (Gary) Yonkers; 15 grandchildren; 10 great -grandchildren, many nieces, nephews and cousins. Kelly worked for Michigan Bell as a phone operator where she met and married Raymond Edward Ball, who passed away in 2005. Kelly also worked for Kellogg's for 15 years before she retired in 1988. She is preceeded in death by her parents and one brother, Robert (Pat) Kelly. Kelly loved to be around her family and friends. She enjoyed helping others whether it was for food or clothing. She loved to knit, crochet, sew and read. Most of all she had a strong love for dogs and adopted many throughout her life. A Memorial service and celebration of life will be held June 27, 2011 at 12:00 Noon in the Augusta Methodist Church in Augusta, Michigan. A private service will be held at Fort Custer. In lieu of flowers, please make a memorial donation to the Battle Creek Humane Society or Calhoun County Animal Shelter.