Armyn LeRoy Ballard

Beloved husband, father and grandfather, Armyn LeRoy Ballard, passed away peacefully on Wednesday October 27th in Quartz Hill, California. Born on May 14th 1921 in Canton, Illinois, he moved to California with his first wife Antonia, who preceded him in death. He faithfully served in the United States Navy as a Pilot and Navigator for 27 years. He was a gentleman, always positive, always gave a helping hand and never met a stranger. He is survived by his beloved wife, Maryland Ballard; two children, Donna Vincent and her husband Jerry Vincent, and Armyn Ballard Jr. and his wife Michelle Ballard all from Apple Valley; three grandchildren, Jessica Gardella of Ormond Beach, Florida, Nikole "Niki" Ballard and Brandon "Bubba" Ballard both of Apple Valley; his great grandchildren, Johnny, Joy, Caila, Dakota, Zaid and Tylee; three stepchildren, and numerous family and friends. Memorial services and celebration of life will be held at The American Legion Post #507, 24527 Spruce St., Santa Clarita, CA 91321, Saturday, November 6, 2010, 10:00 a.m.