Fred Ballinger

Fred Ballinger obituary

Fred Ballinger

Fred Ballinger Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Ware Funeral Home - Cynthiana on Dec. 24, 2025.
Fred Ballinger, 67, passed away on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at Harrison Memorial Hospital. He was born in Okinawa, Japan, on November 23, 1958, to Tsuru Ballinger and the late Frederick Ballinger. Fred is also preceded in death by a son, Chris Ballinger; a daughter, Brandi Ballinger; and a brother, Bill Ballinger.

Besides his mom, Fred is survived by a daughter, Jamie Ballinger; four brothers, Tom Ballinger, Jim (Rhonda) Ballinger, Jeff Ballinger, Ben (Jessica) Ballinger; several grandchildren and one great grandson. Fred served his country in the Air Force. He also liked riding motorcycles and enjoyed rock music. He will be missed by family and friends.

A visitation for Fred will be held on Saturday, December 27, 2025, from 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. at Ware Funeral Home. Contributions in lieu of flowers may be made to the Humane Society of Harrison County, P.O. Box 861, Cynthiana, KY 41031. View and sign the guest book at www.warefuneralhome.com.

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Ware Funeral Home - Cynthiana

910 US Highway 27 North P.O.Box 610, Cynthiana, KY 41031

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