Phyllis Ann Ballard
Phyllis Ann Ballard
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Phyllis Ann Ballard, age 70 of Lake City, passed away on September 19, 2025 at her residence. Phyllis was born June 1, 1955 in Garrison, Kentucky. She was a member of New Beginning Baptist Church. She loved spending time with family, stuffed animals, going to the Grist Mill in Norris and JC Park in Clinton, and listening to gospel music. Phyllis is preceded in death by her father, Harlan D. Thurman, brothers Tommy and Ronnie Thurman, and sisters: Linda Ferguson and Karen Buchanon.
Survivors:
Mother Helen Roark
Daughters Kim Graham and Ricky
Brenda Ann Swain
Sisters Cheryl Nolan
Carol Meredith and Clayton
Lisa Hair
Debbie Irwin
Brother James Ferguson
Grandchild Matthew Seiber
Special Friends Pearl Riggs, Ronnie Elmore, and Patsy Gaylor
And a host of other family members and friends.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to Covenant Hospice for their care and support during this difficult time.
Visitation: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Monday, September 22, 2025 at Hatmaker Funeral Home.
A Graveside Service will be held at 11:00 AM, Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at the Oak Grove Cemetery.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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