Ballard, Louis L. 1928-2009

BALLARD

Posted By: James E Mincks (email)
Date: 7/12/2009 at 08:38:07

Louis L. Ballard, 81, died July 3, 2009, at his home. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, July 7, 2009, at Hamilton's Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street.
Louis was born March 28, 1928, to Herbert and Blanche Ballard in Des Moines. He was a WWII veteran, having served in the Army and the Air Force. On August 6, 1950, he married Ila Wood. Louis worked for Iowa Parcel where he retired after 36 years. He also loved to help Bob's Towing when he had free time to spare. His favorite hobbies include fishing, boating, playing cards, and pool. Louis was an avid bowler at Grand Lanes and was a member of the Iowa Bowling Association.
Louis is survived by his wife, Ila; sons, Lester(Rene'e) and Peter(Mica); brother, Gene; 15 grand-children; twelve great-grandchildren and one more on the way; and a host of other family and beloved friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Lucky; brothers, Duane and Gerald; and grandson, Ryan.