of Cave City, AR
September 7, 1932 - February 22, 2022
Glen James Ballard, 89, of Cave City passed away at his home, looking out at his farm on February 22, 2022.
He was born on September 7, 1932 in Cave City to Virgil Ballard and Esther (Sneed) Ballard Massey.
Glen was a member of the Arkansas Cattleman's Association, American Kennel Association, Northeast Arkansas Angus Association, United Auto Workers and a Bowling Association. After working 35 years in the General Motors Corporation in Michigan, he retired and moved back home to Cave City. Glen lived a full life and enjoyed racing stock cars, showing dogs, bowling, and raising commercial cattle as well as registered Black Angus cattle.
Survivors include his wife, whom he married May 28, 1954, Harriet M. (Herweyer) Ballard of the home; one son, Glen Allen Ballard (Jean) of Michigan; two daughters, Rebecca Ballard-Cole (Robert) of Ohio, Jennifer Ballard Barron (Dean) of Oklahoma; three brothers, Von Ballard of Michigan, Robert Ballard (Donna) of Batesville, Lester Ballard (Ann) of Batesville; four grandchildren, Jessica Ward (Joe) of Ohio, Christain Ballard of Michigan, Kasey Glen Barron of Oklahoma, and Kelly Lynn Barron of Oklahoma, as well as one great-grandchild, Mia Ward of Ohio.
He was preceded in death by his parents; baby girl Ballard of Michigan; Brother, E.W. Ballard, and a granddaughter, Katie Lee Barron.
Pallbearers are Dean Barron, Kasey Barron, Johnny Brightwell, Ronnie Carlton, Donald Finister, and Trent Bradley. Honorary pallbearers are Von Ballard, Robert Ballard, and Lester Ballard.
Funeral services will be Saturday, February 26, 2022 at the Roller-Crouch Chapel at 2:00pm with Glen Allen Ballard and Caleb Harris officiating. Burial will follow at Mount View Cemetery on Highway 230 in Cave City.
Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Arkansas Children's Hospital, 1 Children's Way, Little Rock, AR 72202.
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20 Condolence(s)
Pat
Saturday, February 26, 2022
RIp he is a great guy
Ray & cathy Landers
Friday, February 25, 2022
Dear Harriet and family,
We send our condolences and ask God to comfort you. May all the good memories bless you and give you peace.
David Sneed
Friday, February 25, 2022
So sorry to hear about Mr. Ballard. Thoughts and prayers to all the family. He was a good neighbor.
Rebecca & Kenny Jenkins
Friday, February 25, 2022
So sorry about your dad. I know he was a good man because he raised a really good daughter Jennifer that I know well. (I know all his kids were great) He had a loving family that loved each other. Any man that loves dog showing, race cars n bowling is great person. He is having a great time in Heaven and one day will see loved ones. Praying for comfort for family.
Debra Hill
Friday, February 25, 2022
Love and Prayers to your family.
Glen and Harriet will always hold a special place in my heart.
Glen was a gentleman in every way he will be greatly missed by many.
Jimmy and Ladene Bray
Thursday, February 24, 2022
So sorry to hear of Glen's passing. Prayers of comfort and peace for Harriet and family.
Todd, Resa and Stephanie Bolin
Thursday, February 24, 2022
He was such a joy to know. When he came in the office, he always was so kind and outgoing. I know he created memories that are treasures for the heart to keep. May God’s love give you comfort in the coming days.
Dickie Smith
Thursday, February 24, 2022
A great member of the NEA Angus Association for many years. He supported the association as a board member and buyer. He was a very good friend to all.
Pat and Gia East
Thursday, February 24, 2022
Sorry for your loss! Prayers for the family
Joe Messenger
Thursday, February 24, 2022
Prayers for the Ballard family during this time. Our dads are special in our lives, Allen, prayers for your strength as you go through this.
B.J. Smith
Thursday, February 24, 2022
My heart breaks for a woman who has told me (and everyone) proudly, for 30 years, that her Daddy was her hero. She described him as the finest human being she had ever known. She never faltered in her awe, respect, and affection for this man. He was clearly one in a million. Thank you, Glen Ballard, for the incredible goodness that you brought into the world, and that still remains.
Susan Wallis
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
So sorry for your loss. May God hold you close and comfort you. We will continue prayers for healing and comfort. God bless youðŸ™ðŸ»â¤ï¸
Margaret and Bill Davis
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
Harriet, our heartfelt condolences to you and your family. You and Glen have always been so sweet to us and always had a way of making us (and others) feel so special. Glen was a special kind of gentleman and he will be missed. Harriet, I know your heart must be broken and I pray for your peace and comfort.
Stephen Taylor and Psula
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
Ed and Venus Mabry
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
We will miss you greatly Glen! You’ve been a great friend! Rest In Peace.
Jacquie Keene
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
My heartfelt sympathy to all the family for your loss. May God bring you the peace only he can provide.
Kandi Johnson
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
Glenn was a wonderful man ,and was always full of life. I loved to hear his stories about working on the farm. He will be greatly missed. My condolences to Harriet and all the family.
Sherri Nichols
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
My most heartfelt condolences to the whole family for the loss of someone so special in your lives.
Bryan Hatfield
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
We were neighbors for many years. Glen was a great guy.I’m very sorry for your loss. We will definitely miss him. We will be praying for Harriet and the family. Please let me know if there’s anything we can do to help.
barb brandt and cheri nicholl
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
RIP GLEN..YOU WILL BE MISSED...OUR LOVE THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS TO FAMILY....