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Lenore Ball Obituary

Lenore Ball

Lenore Ball of Kaukauna, 93, completed her journey on earth November 5th at Saint Paul Home. Born in Hilbert November 22, 1919, she was the daughter of the late Madge and Edward King. She graduated from Kaukauna High School in 1938 and was married to Dean Ball October 17, 1941. They had celebrated 61 years of marriage. Lenore was a great mother, sister and friend.

Survivors include her daughters; Mary Pebley, Kansas City, MO and Janet Copley, Green Bay, son-in-law, Charles Copley, and three grandchildren; Kristi Pebley, Tampa, Florida, Jason and Andrew Copley, Green Bay, her sisters-in-law Elaine King and Ann King, along with many nieces, nephews, and special friends Myrna Corpeny, Kansas City and Sheila Ecke, her friend and caregiver. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dean, son Richard, her twin sister, Lavern Jansen, brothers Leo and Gene KING, sisters Dorothy Spierings and Pearl Saiberlich, brothers-in-law Glenn Ball, Norbert Jansen, Wins Saiberlich, Ed Spierings and Les Luedtke.

Lenore was employed as a cashier at the Rialto Theater. She later worked at Kaukauna Club Cheese, and King Variety Store.

She was an active member of Holy Cross Parish serving as Eucharistic Minister, a member of the Holy Cross Welcome Committee and of the Cursillo Movement. She lead the Parish Visitation Program visiting parish members in nursing homes. Lenore especially enjoyed being a Prayer Partner for children preparing to make their First Holy Communion. She served on the board of AARP Area Chapter 1834 and received, along with Dean, the AARP National Community Service Award.

Lenore enjoyed tending her flower gardens and passed this love on to her children. She liked to spend time with her many friends and her Irish humor brightened the day for people around her. . She was the spirited life-of-the-party at Canal Place apartments and understood the importance of doing something "just for fun" every day. She will be missed by many… and welcomed by those who have gone before her.

The funeral liturgy for Lenore will be held on Monday, December 10, 2012 at HOLY CROSS CATHOLIC CHURCH, 309 Desnoyer St. at 11:00 AM with Fr Tom Pomeroy officiating. The funeral liturgy will include a memorial to her son Richard, who passed away on November 4, 2012 in Texas. Interment will be in the Holy Cross Cemetery. A time of visitation will be held on Monday from 9:30 AM until the time of the mass.

Online Condolences may be expressed at www.wichmannfargo.com. A scholarship fund will be established for children attending Holy Cross School.

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Published by Appleton Post-Crescent on Dec. 7, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for Lenore Ball

12 Entries

DIANE TRENTLAGE

February 20, 2013

Lenore, you will be missed. Dean and Lenore were lifetime friends of my family and her daughter Janet was a dear and loving friend of mine. So sorry to hear about Dick. My prayers are with you.

Pamela Cipala

December 11, 2012

I grews up across the street and so enjoyed good conversation wtih her even when I returned home to visit. Her daughter inspired me to go to cosmetology school. I will miss her smiling face. My thoughts and prayers go to the family.

Mellissa Hansen

December 10, 2012

My thoughts and prayers for the family of Lenore Ball. It was a pleasure to take care of Lenore and to be there when a smile was needed. Words, however kind, can't mend your heartache, but those who care and share your loss with you, pray and hope for your comfort and peace of mind. The love and support of a mother such as hers, can never be replaced, but I hope you find some strength, in the love of family and in the warm embrace of friends. She was so much fun to visit with and I loved her spunk! Thinking of you Janet and Mary. Best wishes.

Wendy Yingling

December 10, 2012

Lenore & Dean were my "backyard" neighbors and when she heard my last name, she explained how we were related. I always enjoyed the time we spent together. She was such a wonderful spirit and will be missed.

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Erik Kraemer

December 10, 2012

Lenore has always been tactful, gracious, loving, honest and above all simply human. For the past fifteen years we have shared much as friends. She honored me by being open about the joys and challenges we all face in some way in life. Her perspective on life has helped me with mine. Staying positive and open while knowing what was truly important in any given situation are living traits she imparted to everyone she knew. I know much of your essence lives on with your loving family and friends. I am thankful for our time together.
-Erik

Bill & Debbie Kraemer

December 9, 2012

My wife knew Lenore when she was a young girl living on Brothers street. Later our boys did leaf raking and chores for Lenore. We we honored by her presence at our son Chris' Eagle scout ceremony. Our other son Erik developed and maintained a long friendship with Lenore.
"A wonderful human being" We will miss you!

Stacy Lovitz

December 9, 2012

My father, Mike Schuh was the manager of Canal Place where I met Lenore years ago. She became like family in those days, and I greatly missed seeing her when my dad passed. Her wonderful smile,attitude and humor made a lifetime impression on myself and my children. I take comfort in knowing that treasured friends are reunited in heaven, drinking coffee and smiling down on us. He'll watch over her as he did here. My deepest sympathy for your great loss.

Jane Driessen and Leo Driessen

December 9, 2012

Leo and I want you all to know that we will miss our ever-smiling cousin. We were surprised to read of her death on the 7th.
She will surely be missed, having been one of those few folks one meets in life who makes one's life richer, happier, and more fun. As time goes by, you'll find that sharing memories of your mom will bring more smiles than tears to your face.
We have been blessed to have had the Lovely Lenore in our lives.
Know that we are thinking of all of you as you wander into this new chapter of your lives.

Judy (kurz) Sommerfeld

December 9, 2012

I grew up across the street from Balls.As a young girl I always enjoyed visiting Lenore.Looked forward to seeing her at the Five and Dime.My condolences to the family.Your mother was truely a gem and a delight.

Sharon (Bouressa) Lambert

December 7, 2012

I met Lenore when I was a young mother at Holy Cross and she was about the same age I am now...That was 30 years ago. I don't remember how I got to know her, but when I'd see her in church we would always talk. If I walked past her house, we would chat. I really liked her and am sad that I let these last years slip by without going over to say hi. Lenore was fun to be around. She was as faithful and she was funny. At her rummage before she moved,I bought a green chips/dip bowl from the 1970s or so. I think of her every time I see it. Praise God for Lenore's heavenly home.

charlene Lamers-Mitchell

December 7, 2012

May God bless your family in this difficult time. I remember Lenore and Mary and Janet and Dick from when I was a child and we lived in Kaukauna during WW2. This is a difficult time right now and words aren't sufficient. Accept our entire families sympathy. Harold and Lois's children..................

Elaine Smith

December 7, 2012

May God bless you and your family at this time of sorrow.

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