Ernest E. "Gene" Ballard

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First Baptist Church
211 Market St.
Benton, AR  72015
Monday, October 14, 2013
10 AM to 11 AM
Service Schedule
First Baptist Church-Benton
211 S. Market
Benton, AR  72015
Monday, October 14, 2013
11:00 a.m.
Cemetery
Sharon Cemetery
402 Shenandoah Drive
Benton, AR  72015
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First Baptist Church - Benton
211 Market St.
Benton, AR  72015
Ernest E. "Gene" BallardI am a Veteran.

of Benton, AR

March 12, 1929 - October 10, 2013

Ernest E. ''Gene'' Ballard, 84, on Thursday, October 10, 2013, had a special meeting with his Lord Jesus, it was Face to Face. Gene was born March 12, 1929 in Benton, Arkansas and is survived by his wife of 64 years, Vonceille, three sons: Glenn (Paige) Ballard of Little Rock, Sam (Becky) Ballard, and Steve (Debbi) Ballard, and daughter-in-law, Cindy Ballard all of Benton. He enjoyed five grandchildren: Jason Ballard, Brooke Neufer, Kelsey Schramko, Anna Ballard, and Harrison Ballard, and seven great-grandchildren.

Preceding Gene in death were his parents, Sam and Mary Ballard of Benton, two brothers, Franklin and Rowland Ballard, and sister, Maudie Posey. Gene served as a veteran of the U.S. Army, retired from the U.S. Postal Service after 32 years of service, was an avid fisherman, and loved to play and coach baseball.

Join the family in the celebration of his life at the First Baptist Church, Benton, at 11:00 a.m., Monday October 14th. Officiating are Ministers Greg Kirksey, Edd Spurlock, and Frances Raley. Visitation Monday beginning at 10:00 a.m., one hour prior to service. Interment at Sharon Cemetery.

Special thanks to UAMS and Hospice Home Care of Little Rock and the First Baptist
Church of Benton.

Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church of Benton 211 S. Market Street, Benton, AR 72015.
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23 Condolence(s)
Marlo Bush Krueger
Benton, AR
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Friday, October 18, 2013

Steve and family,
Just wanted to offer my condolences.

Jim Smith
Benton, AR
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Tuesday, October 15, 2013

Sam and Steve and families,
I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Ballard. Years ago he and I had the opportunity to talk while we were waiting, and my only thought as I left that meeting was "What a delightful man." Myra and I extend our prayers and condolences..........Jim & Myra Smith

Carlynn Berry
Conway, AR
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Tuesday, October 15, 2013

Steve
I am so sorry about your Dad. You and your family are in my thoights and prayers. May God bless and keep you.

Carlynn

Richard Coolbaugh
Benton, AR
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Tuesday, October 15, 2013

with deepest sympathies

Modena Jardina
Jacksonville, AR
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Monday, October 14, 2013

John and I are so saddened to hear of your loss. Gene was a great brother-in-law to my mother, Alza.

We loved him.

Bobby Burns
Beebe, AR
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Monday, October 14, 2013

Sam, although we have known you and your wife a short time , you are part of of our extended family and our thoughts are with you, may God give you comfort during these difficult times, Bobby and Ruby Burns

Joyce Flynn
Batesville, AR
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Monday, October 14, 2013

Steve,
So sorry about your father. You and your family are in my prayers.

Joyce Flynn

Mark House
Batesville, AR
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Monday, October 14, 2013

Steve, Thinking of you and your family. May God bless you and comfort you.

Jeff & Michelle Schudar
North Little Rock, AR
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Monday, October 14, 2013

Steve, Sam and Family,

You have been in my family's evening prayers for many months and certainly on this day. May God bless and comfort you today and the weeks and months to follow.

The Schudar Family

Robert & Judy Young
Benton,
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Sunday, October 13, 2013

To each one of the Ballard family, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.

Robert & Judy Young

Brian Carroll
Bermuda, LA
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Sunday, October 13, 2013

Steve,

Please know that your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Rev. Andy Toopes
Bowling Green, KY
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Sunday, October 13, 2013

I have so many great memories of time spent with Gene. Gene was a man of honor , integrity and great faith. His smile will be missed most of all

Eddie Smith
Bryant, AR
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Sunday, October 13, 2013

So sorry to hear about Gene, always so nice with a smile and a handshake, thoughts and prayers to all of you. Eddie

Charles Norcross
Bossier, LA
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Sunday, October 13, 2013

Steve,

Sorry about your loss. Our prayers and thoughts go out to your family.

Mark & Cathy Dawson
Benton, AR
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Saturday, October 12, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with each of the Ballard family. Gene is at peace now.

John and Jennifer Browning
Benton,
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Saturday, October 12, 2013

Jason, Cindy and family so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time.

cinda
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Friday, October 11, 2013

Whitney (Pelton) Buck
Gilmer, TX
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Friday, October 11, 2013

Sam & Becky,
I am so sorry for your loss, but isn't it a blessing to know that our loved ones can leave this world of pain & fatigue to go on to another where there is truly life everlasting at the feet of our Savior? I pray for your strength to endure the days to come. You are in my thoughts.

Terry & Billie Duffie
Maumelle, AR
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Friday, October 11, 2013

How wonderful it is to know that the suffering of our loved ones here on earth can end and the joys of being with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ can begin with the same breath. Billie and I will be praying for all members of the Ballard family during this very difficult time. Cherish the many wonderful memories Gene has given all of you.

With kindest regards,
Terry & Billie Duffie

Mary Anderson Boyer
Rochester, MN
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Friday, October 11, 2013

So sorry for your loss. My mother, Mary Ruth Geurin, grew up with Gene, Rowland and Maudie.
It is nice to have a photo of Gene and this nice obituary for the family history. Regards. M:^)

Vicki Hubbard Quinn
Hot Springs Village,
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Friday, October 11, 2013

Jack Dunlap
Conway, AR
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Friday, October 11, 2013

I enjoyed working with Gene during my time in Benton. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time.

Melissa Moore
Little Rock, AR
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Friday, October 11, 2013

Glenn & Family - I'm so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.