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Nathan John Ballard

1998 - 2018

Nathan John Ballard

1998 - 2018

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BORN

1998

DIED

2018

Nathan Ballard Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 31, 2018.

Nathan John Ballard, 20, suddenly and unexpectedly at rest on October 28, 2018. Beloved son of April Ballard and step-son of Donald Byrne. Loving brother of Joel Ballard, and his loving sisters Rainne Romano, and Skye Romano. Dear grandson of Gram Ballard. Fond nephew of many loving aunts and uncles, dear cousin and friend to many including the Heck family, Marie Ryan and Matt Nakroshis, Jim and Maryanne Winters and family, Paul and Phyllis Katzel and family, and the many others who supported him along the way. Nathan was very close to his dog and dear companion Autumn "Green Eyes" Ballard. Nathan's family would like to extend their gratitude to the Will County Sherriff Mike Kelley and all the deputies and detectives including their colleagues in Chicago that worked so tirelessly to bring justice to those involved. Visitation Sunday November 4, 2018, 2 PM to 8 PM at Chapel Hill Gardens West Funeral Home 17W201 Roosevelt Rd., Oakbrook Terrace. Graveside Service and Interment Monday 11 AM at Chapel Hill Gardens West Cemetery. For more information please call (630) 941-5860 or visit www.chapelhillgardenswest.com.

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