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for Dale Ballard
Jerry L. Tims
April 24, 2025
Dale and I were in contact many times and I respected his business ethic and friendship. He was interested in our little company, Dexide, Inc.
Randall
June 29, 2006
Mr. B.
It's been a little over a year now and I still find myself thinking of you nearly every day. When you left us I struggled with the idea that I had so much more to learn from you. As time has gone by I've realized I will never stop learning from you. Everyone has commented on the impact you've had on our lives. I hope you know you are still having an impact. A true testimony of the wonderful human being you are. The example you set for me will be with me for the rest of my life. My friend, my mentor, I miss you dearly.
Wendell Franke
September 20, 2005
Dale, Mr. B,
Your impact on my life in the business world will never be forgotten. Work hard, work smart, and have fun.
I'm sure that I am not the only member of the Deseret family that says "Thanks" and you will be missed.
Wendell Franke
Mary Alice Ballard Chidsey
July 14, 2005
Uncle Dale, Aunt Alice and their family included me when I was in 6th grade on their family vacation to Jackson Hole, Wyoming. It was great! Uncle Dale purchased his 160-acre farm in Draper in 1964 from Elmer Madsen. He was so happy to have his own farm. Some of it hadn't been developed--in fact 80 acres had never been plowed. He made numerous improvements including drains, cement ditches and cultivation. It was a beautiful farm. Uncle Dale loved to eat peaches. His sweet daughter, Pamela, canned over 100 bottles of peaches for her Dad every Fall so he could have a bowl of peaches every morning for breakfast. We will miss his early morning visits to our family orchard. Uncle Dale supported all the extended family functions and he always came to the many weddings, reunions, and get-togethers. He was a great family "politician" greeting and shaking hands and giving hugs to everyone there. I will miss his "hey beautiful!"
John Metz
June 27, 2005
Hey Dale,
It was an aboslute pleasure! I am still telling stories about you. Thanks for every thing you did in your life. Well done!
My first meeting with Dale was in May or June 1998 when Kimberly-Clark was interested in aquiring Ballard Medical. We met early and about 7:15 or 7:30 after a few pleasantries, Dale called over the intercom for an executive staff meeting in his office. He then pulled out a deck of cards and soon there were a number of Ballard team mates of all stripes in the office. We all began playing a version of 'Dale Ballard' poker. I think I won and had to buy lunch!
My sincere sympathy to Dale's family for your loss.
Joe Wyda
June 26, 2005
Thank you Mr. B. for the opportunity and your generosity. I began my career with Ballard Medical Products in 1988. I didn't know what stock options were then. I have learned a great deal during my career with Ballard and now K-C. Hard work, entrepreneurial spirit and generosity are the values that I carry with me today as a result of my time at Ballard Medical Products.
My wife, Debbie and I are among those whose lives you changed with your generosity. We try to live our lives in a similarly generous spirit in our own small way.
Thank you. Rest in Peace.
John Harris
June 24, 2005
I would like to express my most heartfelt sympathies to the Ballard family. Mr. Ballard always had an open door and a sympathetic ear. He is truly an extraordinary man and has left a tremendous legacy. My life is better for having known Dale Ballard. Thank you for your kindness and leadership that has blessed the lives of many.
Ron and Fran Jensen
June 24, 2005
Our hearts go out to your entire family. He was a special man with many talents. May you find peace and joy in the coming days ahead as your minds are flooded with the many special memories of your father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.
Marianne Maravich
June 24, 2005
Mr. B.
Thank you for the wonderful company and opportunities. I was a single mom and somehow found you and Ballard Medical. She's 24 today and getting married. All our kids are doing well as we had Ballard Medical helping us raise them. God Bless and keep you.
Love you forever....Marianne and Sam
Jose' Condemarin
June 23, 2005
Mr B like all of us call him, what great men to work for, you will be miss very much, thanks for all the wonderful memories.
Sharon
June 23, 2005
What a wonderful man, he inspired everyone around him, down to earth and never thought less of anyone. Great Leadership and also and good friend.
Christine Yowell
June 23, 2005
Mr. Dale Ballard was a great boss to work for I can remember him making it a point of his day, and his employees days, to greet his emploees as they came into work at his businesses and asking them all how they were and making them feel welcome and starting off their days with a good attitude. Nost of the bosses now at the compnaies that he sold don't do this for their employees and I want the family to know that he is sorely missed by all the employees that were at the companies that he did own before he retired. He was a great person to have around for the holdiays and to tell a joke too also. He also passed along jokes that he thought were in good taste also.
Joe & Angela Thomason
June 23, 2005
Mr. Ballard,
You touched more lives and provided more opportunity to us than you could have ever known. It was an honor to work for both Deseret and Ballard Medical under your guidance. Just saying thank you does not express the heartfelt gratitude so many of us feel for you.
You are loved and will be greatly missed.
Joe Lay
June 23, 2005
Thank you Mr. B for the time spent teaching us to work hard and having fun. In all my life, and the 20 years working a Ballard Medical Products, I have never had a boss quite like you. you are one of a kind. Thank you and God bless you and your posterity.
Melanie Ballard
June 23, 2005
My dear grandpa was always such a joy in our lives. Whether we went looking for pheasants at the farm, worked in the garden, told stories, or looked for very well hidden Easter eggs, we always had a good time together. Grandpa contributed so much to his family and community. He was always there with a loving, enthusiastic smile. I am grateful for the countless memories and for all that he taught me. I will always love and miss him very much.
Jim Jones
June 23, 2005
Dale;
You were a wonderful person to work for and with. Your Company Deseret Pharm. (later Deseret Medical) gave me my real, first Sales Opportunity. Thank you and God Bless
Justin Robinson
June 23, 2005
Although I have only known Dale for a short time he has made a profound impact on my life. Very few people in this world eminate love and confidence like Dale did. He will be missed.
June 23, 2005
Dale, you vere a rock in my life and the lifes of many. The wonderful stories you shared took many of us back in time and gave a new perspective of the man that loved fishing farming,and spending that most important part of the day with his brothers and friends over coffee. You will always be fondly remembered.The love you had for your family and friends was truly inspiring.You will never be forgotten. Jessie
Teresa Bass
June 23, 2005
Mr. B, you are a hero to so many, the heart of Ballard Medical. Thanks to your family for sharing you with us - what a great legend you are and such a fine example to follow and learn from. You will always be near because we all have so many memories in our hearts. Thanks for all you did for us. We love you. :o)
Leda Mlack
June 23, 2005
I would like to express my deepest sympathy to the Ballard family. Mr. Ballard was an exceptional man to work for and I delighted to see his smile and the "twinkle" in his eye, each time I would see him in the hallway at Ballard Medical. Thank you Mr. Ballard, for your kindness and your generosity. You shall be missed.
Sam & Marianne Maravich
June 23, 2005
Chief, Mr.B, were affectionate names we called him. Leader, friend, inventor, entrepenaur, was who he was to myself, my wife, and our collegues. I had the fortune to meet my future wife while working at Ballard Medical. He embraced both of us like we were family. I have much to thank him for and will miss our morning coffee meetings, fishing trips, and just being with him. I had coffe with him 4 weeks ago, and it was as it was the first time we sat down together. His integrity, and honor was what impressed the most. He will be missed by many but his memory will always be there.
Will Roos
June 23, 2005
You were a great man and a good friend. I only worked for Mr B seven years but right from the first day on the job he made me feel like I'd been there for ever.
I called him "Young Man" and his smile, humor and friendship will stay with me for ever. Mr B has gone fishin, and I'll miss him.
Randall
June 23, 2005
Mr. B.
It's hard to fathom the passing of one who could only be seen as larger than life. So many will miss you. So many have learned, grown and become better people as a result of being near you. My hero, my mentor. I will miss you dearly. My heartfelt prayers are with you and all those who loved you.
Tom Sobba
June 23, 2005
As I said 19 years ago when I began my wonderful career with Ballard Medical - Mr. Ballard gave us all gold at the end of the rainbow. I was very lucky to have known such a great leader and outstanding man. He will be missed by all. I will store him in my heart and remember all the laughs and good times I shared with him. He is calling us all to an executve meeting on Friday. Bring the cards!
Dennis Overstreet
June 23, 2005
To All the Ballard Family
What a great man! We love your family. May the Lord bless them with the knowledge that they will see you again.
Dennis and Emmanuella Overstreet and Family
Lindsey Jacobsen
June 22, 2005
Dear Grandpa,
I love you with all of my heart! You are and will always be an inspiration to me throughout my life. You will be in my heart always and forever.
Ron Holm
June 22, 2005
With passing years all have are memories. And I have an abundance of wonderful memories of Mr. "B".
I worked with him for 15 years and it was the most blessed years of my life. His love of people and life was incredible. He will be greatly missed by all. God bless to the Ballard family.
Ray Martinez
June 22, 2005
What a wonderful man he was. I am so sad to hear of the loss of this wonderful human being. I just retired from KC/Ballard after a combined 18 years and I can tell you it would not have been possible without the generosity of this great person. Thank you Mr.B for the opportunity. You will be missed. May God rest your soul.
Ray and Marilyn Martinez
New Orleans,LA.
April Czerwinski
June 22, 2005
What a wonderful man, Ballard Medical was not the same after he left. We miss him very much, My mother Joyce Riding Wickhorst worked for Mr B for about 20 years, and she loved him dearly. Alot of my family has worked for him and he was the best man on this earth.
Our condolances go out to the Ballard family, he was a wonderful man and loved very much and will be missed forever. God bless you all!!!
Chris Thomas
June 22, 2005
Chief; (as we called Mr. Ballard) I enjoyed the 15 years I worked for you and especially the last 10 years I worked with you at the home office. Your insight into family, business and life will be my guide. I enjoyed the times we stayed late at the office to talk about the days events and the direction of the company. I wish we would have had more time together and as you said "we should have kept the company"
To the immediate family; my family sends our heartfelt sympathy to you.
To the extended family; all those who had the pleasure to work for the Chief, remember the good times as we shared a lot of good times at Ballard Medical
Sincerely,
Chris Thomas & Family
Steve Chandler
June 22, 2005
Mr. Ballard, you were a brilliant leader of men. Your contributions to mankind will never be forgotten. In all ways you took care of others. I pray you were rewarded for your generosity and goodness. Thank you for taking care of us. We love you.
Rest in Peace.
June 22, 2005
I love you Grandpa!!! You were my pal and my hero!
Alison Ballard Vreeland
George Wojtowicz
June 22, 2005
You were a great man that provided many people with great opporunities. Thanks for being there for us. You truly will be missed.
Barbara Goetz
June 22, 2005
Mr.B
One of a kind ! I will never know anyone else in my life quite like him. What a great loss to all of us but what a great life he lived.
My thoughts go out to his family.
Becky Clawson Walkup
June 22, 2005
Mr. B, was one of the most remarkable human beings to grace our planet. Those of us who knew him to any degree were blessed with a smile or an anticdote that will stay with us. It was a joy to work for such a fun person and to witness the family that grew around him that maintained the sweetness of even his famous corn.
Peace and blessings to the Ballard family, Thank you for sharing him with us.
Tom Kresse
June 22, 2005
To Dale's family,
I worked for Dale from 1987 until he sold the company to Kimberly-Clark. It was the most enjoyable time of my life ... and it had mostly to do with Dale. He insisted that everyone call him by his first name, and encouraged us to call him directly in his office. I never saw him out of control or losing his temper. He was an absolute joy to work for, and I respected the man as much as my own father. He told me he would make me a millionaire ... and he did. He changed my life dramatically through his generosity in sharing company profits. It allowed me to buy a wonderful house, and get custody of my children, both of which I would not have been able to do without his largesse. He meant so much to so many of his employees, and I don't know whether all of you knew the extent of our feelings for him. He was not perfect, but he embodied the frontier qualities of our forebears with his drive, unshakeable determination, and kindness to those less fortunate. I was humbled and honored to have worked for him.
Tom Kresse
Cathie Tucker
June 22, 2005
I have worked at Ballard Medical for 15 years. Mr. B as everyone called him was a kind and friendly man. This place has not been the same since he left. There are many people who are sad of this loss. What a great man.
Evelyn Whitlock
June 22, 2005
I will always remember you. "The best boss I have ever had."
Brad Wilson
June 22, 2005
God Bless you Mr. "B" I will never work for someone like you ever again "unless it's my company" You taught me to enjoy the good things in life after the hard work was done. Find the big rivers with the big fish in heaven, so when I get there you can show me how to catch the big one.
Mirjam Madsen
June 22, 2005
Dear Ballard Family,
I want to send my deepest sympathy to you all during this most difficult time. I began my career at Ballard Medical many years ago and got to know Mr. B very well. He was a wonderful man who always had a smile and a hello for everyone he passed in the hallways. I will always remember him for his kindness and sense of humor, he will be terribly missed! Thanks for all the great memories, Mr. B, I will miss you!
Mirjam Madsen
A Friend
June 22, 2005
My condolences to the family, This man was an inspiration to alot of people and what you say about him is true to fact. I enjoyed working for Ballard Medical. My love for him was truley a good friend.
A Friend
Loretta Neil
June 22, 2005
Mr. Ballard is a wonderful person and will always be remembered.
Theresa Trujillo
June 22, 2005
Mr. Ballard,
I am going to miss you terribly. I often think of you, if fact we were just talking about you this weekend. Thanks for all the memories you have given me. I will never forget you. I love you.
Theresa Trujillo (BMP)
Mr. & Mrs. Roland Smith
June 22, 2005
With the deepest sympathy to the Ballard family, our hearts naturally turn to the immeasurable goodness of Mr. Ballard’s life and the hope of a supernal reward.
We only knew him for a short eight years. Nevertheless, his examples of integrity, industry, joy and humanity continue to serve as a true compass and solid anchor in our lives.
With the blessings of Christ, the eternities will be yet more fulfilling to Mr. Ballard, his honored family, and to us all.
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