Larry Ballard, 62, of Pleasant Prairie, died Saturday, June 3rd, 2006, at his residence. Born May 31, 1944, in Des Moines, IA, he was the son of the late Austin and Opal (Clark) Ballard. He graduated from high school in Des Moines and went on to attend NE Missouri State where he received both his bachelors and masters degrees. He also served in the US Army from May of 1964 until May of 1967. On November 6, 1964, he married Heather Mills in Des Moines. He was employed as a teacher with the Kenosha Unified School District from 1970 until his retirement in 2003. Larry was a pilot and enjoyed flying for over 30 years, enjoyed model railroads, and especially spending time with his grandchildren. Surviving are his wife, Heather of Pleasant Prairie; two sons, Blaine (Sue) and Ched (Toni), both of Kenosha; his mother-in-law, Mary Mills of Pleasant Prairie; and his four grandchildren, McKenna, Kylee, Kerigann, and Cole. He was preceded in death by his brother, Robert. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, June 6th, at Proko Funeral Home from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm with a graveside service on Wednesday at Sunset Ridge Memorial Park at 10:00 am.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
carl schoepke
I loved Mr.Ballard. He tought me Drives Ed. way back in '75. He had the best sense of humor.God bless the family.
Tim Fanelli
Heather, Blaine and Ched,It's been a lot of years since I've seen you all but my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult transition. I hope you are all well considering what you are going through. I remember many of my best childhood times being with you guys even when we lit the garden on fire. Stay together, stay strong and accept whatever kindnesses are offered to you but especially hold tight the ones you love and Blaine and Ched love your mother as your father would expect. If you have any questions about the funeral process, veteran's benefits or you just want to talk to someone who deals with this everyday you can always call me at 775-722-0713 or 775-746-0501.
Scott Goddard
I would like to express my condolences to Blaine and his family for their loss; it has been many years since I've seen the Ballard family. You have my sympathy. Scott Goddard & family Advance, NC
Chuck and Sandy Lopas
It is with great sadness that I learned of Larry's passing this morning. Larry and I taught Driver Education together at Tremper High School for many summers. Last summer after the death of my father I was spending some time at Druid Lake near Hartford, Wisconsin. Larry flew up to Hartford and we spent some time together. It was a wonderful afternoon. I've been thinking of Larry and Heather quite a bit lately and had written a letter to him that I intended to mail this week. I was hoping we could get together around June 16th when we planned to be in Kenosha again for a day. I will miss Larry very much. He was a good friend. We had a lot of fun together. We shared a lot of laughter. Good Bye Old Friend.
Lori Martensen
You are in my thoughts and prayers. If there is anything that I can do for any of you please do not hesitate to ask. God Bless your entire family.Lori and Kati Martensen
The Irish Princess
March 13, 2012
Godspeed and Irish Blessings....