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BALLOU, Priscilla West 86, of Providence, RI, died peacefully on Thursday, November 9, 2017 surrounded by her family. The daughter of Thomas Henry West and Priscilla Mullin West, she was born in Providence and raised in Hopedale, MA and attended the Mary C. Wheeler School. Widow of F. Remington Ballou, the two were happily married for forty four years until his death in 1998.

Early on she worked in Boston as a secretarial assistant at The Architects' Collaborative and Harvard Medical School. Priscilla was endlessly devoted to her husband and her family. She was an avid gardener and volunteered her time to several organizations and charitable causes including the Meeting Street School, the Junior League of Providence and the Providence Garden Club. She summered at her family's home in Nonquitt, MA. Beloved by many, Priscilla touched the lives of people from all walks of life.

She is survived by her four children, Lisa Ballou Tyler of Providence RI, Cristy Ballou Brackett of Weston MA, Caroline Ballou Naumann of Medfield MA, and Sandy Ballou of Barrington RI and her thirteen grandchildren, Frederick, Thomas Dylan, Isabel, Georgia, Priscilla, Tod, Olivia, Nicolas, Wilson, Samuel, Charlie, Lucy and Henry. She will be missed, but the reunion with her husband will eclipse all.

A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, December 22nd at 11:00am at St. Martin's Church in Providence. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in memory of Priscilla Ballou to the "Alzheimer's Association-Research", RI Chapter, https://www.alz.org/ri or checks to: Alzheimer's Association, 245 Waterman St., Providence, RI 02906 or call: 800-272-3900

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Published by Boston Globe from Nov. 15 to Nov. 16, 2017.

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Kenny B

December 19, 2017

Sandy, Caroline and the Ballou family.
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your Mom. May God uplift her,keep her,shed his love upon her and give her peace.

Ton Blais

December 18, 2017

So sorry to hear this news. All the best AJ Blais

December 17, 2017

With Deepest Sympathy To The Family.

December 11, 2017

I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. While words fail to capture the pain of losing a loved one, we look forward to the time when words will fail to capture the joy of having our heavenly Father return your dear one to you. Your family and friends have my deepest condolences.

December 4, 2017

Deepest sympathy on the Loss of your dear mother. May you receive comfort in knowing she's at peace .

Martha (Murphy) Spigell

November 19, 2017

Lisa, Jaye, Isabelle, Priscilla & Willy,
I am so sorry to learn of this profound loss. She was an amazing woman who loved you all fiercely and will now be your angel to guide you.
I love you all and think of you often. I will include you in my prayers.

H.W.

November 18, 2017

My sincere condolences for your loss. May you comfort in God who is concerned about you and the warmth and caring attitudes of friends. Proverbs 17:17

November 18, 2017

Lisa,
So hard to say goodbye. I pray you find peace in knowing your mom felt your love until the very end.
Robin

November 16, 2017

I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. Please find peace and comfort in Psalms 119:76.

Judy B.

November 16, 2017

My deepest condolences to the Family at this very difficult time. May the comfort of our Loving Creator be with you. Isa. 41:1O,13.

Rosemary Tucker Engle

November 16, 2017

Caroline, Sandy and family. My sincerest condolences on the loss of your Mother. She was a beautiful person as well as your Father. Enjoyed all my years at B.A.Ballou and they will be remembered by all of us. The memories of your family will be there forever. God Bless

Kathy Are

November 15, 2017

Sandy, Caroline and family, sorry for the loss of your mother. Your parents were a class act and they made Ballous the family company it was at one time. Always remember the good times because she will be in your heart forever.

lee juskalian

November 15, 2017

lisa,
i am offering my deepest condolences; so sorry for your loss.

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