Ricky Allen Ball, 59, of Fayetteville died October 20, 2017 at Washington Regional Medical Center. He was born September 16, 1958 in Fayetteville to Carl Franklin and Billie Turner Ball. He retired from Pinnacle Foods. Ricky was an avid fisherman and a member of the Bass Masters Tournament Group. He also enjoyed going to Branson and seeing a show.
He was preceded in death by his father.
He is survived by three daughters, Jessika Adams and husband, Cody of Elkins, Jennifer Bowen of Elm Springs and Hannah Ball of Fayetteville; his mother; Billie Davis of Fayetteville; brother, Randy Ball and wife, Jodean of Westville, OK.; sister, Ruth Ann Ball of Fayetteville; two grandchildren, Ethan and Rowan; and two nephews, Jon Ball and wife, Maria and family and Levi Ball and wife, Kelly.
Funeral services will be 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, October 25, 2017 at Beard’s Funeral Chapel with Rev. Rocky Bell and Jon Ball officiating. Burial will follow at Buckeye Cemetery.
Visitation will be Tuesday from 5:00 P.M. till 7:00 P.M. at the funeral home.
Hannah, Im so sorry for the loss of your daddy< I met you guys at the Branson Christmas parade last year and we sat next too each other at the Legends show that night, we talked about your aspiring Marilyn Monroe, you could tell he loved your girls. I wish i could make your pain go away, your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Your loss will never be forgotten. Ricky left a legend of being a good father and friend. We will all remember the good times in his life. The enjoyment of Hannah’s singing and especially taking her to audition for the Voice. My condolences to all the family. May God bless you all.
We offer deepest condolences to you and your family. Know that many friendly voices are only a phone call away.
We love you!
Hannah & Randy, We are so sorry about Ricky. Hannah you were the light of your Dads life, he was so proud of you. Our thoughts and prayers for you and the rest of the family during this time .
So sorry for your loss . Ricky was a Classmate of mine. 1977 Graduate !
God Bless your Family .
Dearest Hannah, Bobby and I are so sorry for the loss of your Daddy. Such a sad time for you, I can only imagine how special you were to him, his shining star. We hope your heart finds comfort in remembering all of the special times you shared together.
Love, Maryanne