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Steven Shibley Ball

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Steven Ball Obituary

BALL -- Steven Shibley, 51, of Carrollton, MO, passed away Tuesday, February 21, 2006 at the University of Missouri Hospital, Columbia, MO. Steve was born July 17, 1954 in Aurora, IL, the son of Harry Edmond Ball, Jr. and Frances Anne Shibley Ball. He graduated from Carrollton High School in 1972 and earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering from the University of Missouri-Columbia, in 1976. Steve worked for Williams Pipeline Company, Tulsa, OK, for 23 years. He was recognized for his many contributions, when he received an honor award from the University of Missouri for Distinguishing Service and Engineering. Steve was selected to complete the Executive Program for Management Development at Harvard University and had been the Senior Vice President and General Manager when he left The Williams Companies. Steve was a member of the First Baptist Church of Carrollton, had earned the title of Eagle Scout with the Boy Scouts of America, and had coached many youth sports. Steve is survived by: his daughter, Kristin Leigh Ball, 22, of Dallas, TX; his son, Eric Haines Ball, 20, of Los Angeles, CA; his brother, Robert Ball and wife, Colleen of Leawood, KS; and his parents, Bud and Anne Ball of Carrollton, MO. His grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Shibley and Mr. and Mrs. H. E. Ball, preceded him in death. Funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Saturday, February 25, 2006, at the First Baptist Church, Carrollton, MO, with Reverend Jeff Maxwell officiating. Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery, Carrollton, MO. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until the service time on Saturday, at the church. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the University of Missouri-Columbia, Department of Neurology, Attn: 1 Hospital Drive, D.C., 066.00, Columbia, MO, 65212. Gibson Funeral Homes, Inc. (660) 542-1162.

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Published by Tulsa World on Feb. 24, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Steven Ball

23 Entries

Beth Bowers

March 22, 2006

To Eric, Kristin, Bud, Anne, Bob, and the rest of the Ball family: Steve will always be remembered for all the good that was uniquely Steve, and for which is evident in his two children, much of which he so obviously inherited from his mom and dad. In the time I knew Steve, I found him to be the kindest, most generous, patient, tolerant, loving, intelligent, talented, and humble man that I have ever known. I couldn’t have fathomed such a combination all wrapped up in one beautiful human being. He never ceased to amaze me as to how he could … “fix” anything; play the guitar with talent and depth of feeling; photograph with an eye for proportion, dimension, and beauty; embrace life and adventure without a moment’s hesitation while convincing others to join him; analyze, then improve any circumstance to the betterment of all; immerse and invest himself completely in what and in whom he truly believed; work endlessly until as much perfection could be achieved as humanly possible; physically care for those he loved with a tireless joy and acceptance; love and accept individuals ever-so-humanly flawed without prejudice or criticism; and never, ever, did I hear him speak an unkind word about a single soul, past or present, regardless of circumstance. He was immediately liked by anyone who ever met him. It was Steve’s humanity that is his legacy, and for which you can always be proud. There is no doubt in my mind that he is now in Heaven with the angels, where he would have no difficulty fitting right in. He will be missed in my world beyond measure, and through him, I learned to love you all. My heart goes out to you now, and my thoughts and prayers will be with you always.

Terri Nimerick

March 6, 2006

Kristen, Eric, Debbie, Bob and the rest of the Ball Family. I'm so terribly sad to hear such a WONDERFUL person has been taken from the many hearts and life’s he touched. My heart aches with yours and the grief seems overwhelming. We shared so much together the stories are etched in memory forever. I promise you that I have never and will never stop loving the most intelligent, fun loving person I’ve ever known in my lifetime. I love you Steve Ball, and may your spirit bless the heavens with as many joys as it did hear on earth

Carol Truman

February 28, 2006

My deepest sympathy to Steve's family.

Peter Doerr

February 27, 2006

Steve, you have been an amazing person and friend. You'll forever live in our memories.

Kevin

February 27, 2006

Steve, I never went out of my way to thank you for the excellent snow blowin' job you stealthily conducted on my driveway. I guess I took for granted that I would run into you and Beth one day and be able to thank you in person and enjoy a good laugh over my snow shoveling adventures. In addition to your family and many friends, Beth misses you too. And BJ is going to miss you ridin' shotgun when he's out on the lake navigating his wave runner. Instead of sending flowers to your service, I decided I'd get together with Beth and BJ and plant a tree in your honor. Maybe a Red Maple...a variety as colorful as you. Steve, here's to ya!

Lorrie Horgen

February 27, 2006

Steve touched so many lives. He was a loyal friend and will be missed. One never had a conversation with Steve where he didn't mention his children...my heart goes out to you and the rest of the Ball family.

Tim Potteiger

February 26, 2006

Steve was such an awesome and caring person, he was always there to help any of his friends all of the time. I will miss him. My prayers go out to Kristin and Eric.

Stanley Rapp

February 25, 2006

Sorry to hear of Steve's death. I enjoyed working with him at Williams Pipe Line. He was a very fair, friendly and intelligent person to work with.

Christy Marler

February 25, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Ball family - and especially with Kristin and Eric. Steve was a wonderful man who touched many lives and I know his spirit will live on.

Jeff & Loraine Hartig

February 24, 2006

Our deepest sympathy to family and friends. Steve touched the lives of many throughout WPL.

Thanks for the memories

Deborah Pense

February 24, 2006

The Pense family sends their deepest sympathies to Kristin and Eric Ball. We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your father Steve. We remember him fondly, from Drill Team competitions to birthday parties to cookie exchanges. We love you all and will be praying for you.

Tracy Tilford

February 24, 2006

Steve was a wonderful and giving person and he will be missed. I give my deepest sympathy to the family

Monty Johnson

February 24, 2006

I had a number of business/professional dealings with Steve over the years and always found him to be pleasant, knowledgeable and fair. It is sad to lose such a colleage. Prayers and best wishes to the Ball family.

Clarann Short

February 24, 2006

Just read in the Tulsa paper about Steve. Thinking of you today.

Love,

Clarann Short

Peggy Farish

February 24, 2006

Eric and family,

Whitney told me of your dad's untimely passing. Our hearts go out to you and your family on this tragic untimely loss.

From the Farish family

Sarah Carter

February 24, 2006

I am so sorry to hear of your recent loss. I send my sympathy and condolences to friends and family of Steve, especially Kristin whom was a childhood friend of mine. I have many fond memories of time spent with the Ball family. My prayers are with you.

Monty Johnson

February 24, 2006

I had numerous professional/business contacts with Steve during his career at Williams, and always found him to be pleasant, honorable and a man of his word. Condolences and best wishes to the Ball family.

Sandy Harris

February 24, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Melissa Bousman

February 24, 2006

It's been a couple of years since I've spoken to or seen Steve. He was a GREAT guy and a very giving person. He will be missed. My prayers are with his children and family....

Darlene Bohannon

February 24, 2006

I am so sorry to hear about Steve's death. I worked for WIlliams Pipeline and watched his advance up the "ladder". Steve was a very fair and bright man, I wanted to let you know I thought well of him.

Gerald Wittenberg

February 24, 2006

Steve was a great man. Several years ago he conducted an investigation at Williams and saved my job. I can thank Steve for me retiring from Williams

Ronda Craig

February 24, 2006

You are missed.

Vicki Rhea

February 24, 2006

My deepest sympathy to your family. I worked with Steve at Williams and he always had a great smile on his face. He was quite a "looker". God's peace and understanding to you and your family at this time.

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