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Tuesday, April 25, 2006
Irvin and family, please accept my condolences regarding the passing of your beloved mother, Ruth on behalf of the Phillipsburg High School Class of 1969. May my Lord Jesus Christ open your hearts to His Love and His Strength during this time of grief.
Milton T. Mohr
theomohr804@rcn.com
Tuesday, April 25, 2006
Dear family and friends of Ruth Ball, my family and I would like to send our thoughts and prayers to all of you. I (Sandy) knew Ruth through my Uncle Ken and Aunt Char. I always thought she was a very nice person. Please accept our sincere sorrow for the loss of a lovely lady.
Sincerely,
Sandy, Rick & Garrett McClain
(Petchonka)
rsgmcc1@tampabay.rr.com
Tuesday, April 25, 2006
Kathy, Irv and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
May you find comfort in your memories and peace in your faith.
Love Jo-Anne, Steve, Joey,
Dylan and Stephen Ehritz
boosbee@wmconnect.com
Wednesday, April 26, 2006
To the Ball family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Knowing your Mother, I am sure she will rest peacefully now.
Just try to remember the good times and all those flowers in her garden and you will smile again.
Dorothy Gashinski
t51gash@aol.com
Wednesday, April 26, 2006
IRVIN AND KATHY--- MAY GODS PEACE BE UPON YOU BOTH AND ALSO YOUR FAMILY IN YOUR TIME OF MOURNING. OUR LOVE TO YOU.
RICH and PAT HANSON
apachewarrior@nac.net
Wednesday, April 26, 2006
My deepest sympathy to the Ball family in the death of their loved one. I work at Hunterdon Transformer Co. with Irvin and wanted him to know that my thoughts and prayers, along with everyone here at HTC, are with him at this very difficult time.
With Sympathy,
Audrey Wilson
awilson@hunterdontransformer.com
Thursday, April 27, 2006
I wish to express my condolences to Rose's family. When we were little my family moved to Harvey Street in Hackettstown and Rose was my very first friend there. Donny, my best to you and I hope you are well.
Most sincerely, Roberta Ayers
Wykoff
wykoffr@comcast.net
Thursday, April 27, 2006
Ruth was as sweet as they come. A Genuine Sweetheart!!! She would do anything for you. She will be missed by so many! I loved her with all my heart, I remember going to see my friend that lived upstairs from her when she lived on Irwin Street and just going to say hello to her and go downstairs to keep her company when all she wanted was someone to talk too. I would watch races with her and we would go back and fourth about which one of our drivers were going to win. Meanwhile I would always and never forget about Dee Dee. Always had a treat for her to snack on as well. I used to go see her a lot with her grandson Joey too. He would go to her house to see her on his break from work and I would go along for the ride just to say hello and see how she was doing. I will truly truly miss her with all my heart and will always keep her in my heart! R.I.P. Ruth Ball!! May you always rest in eternal peace!
Kimberly Fleck
Bambibabygirl85@aol.com
Thursday, April 27, 2006
I met my mother-in-law when I was 13 years old, she was truly
a beautiful woman in appearance and twice as beautiful inside.
Through the years and in many ways she has been a such a blessing
to me, my husband and children, and I have found her to be a special
treasure. I can remember many beautiful conversations that took
place between her and I that filled with much love and compassion.
Though she isn't present with us, her smile and her laughter will
live in my memories until I meet her again. In 1978 her son and
I had the privilege of leading her to accept Jesus as her savior.
Upon her passing from this life to the next, I felt very blessed
to have been given her personal bible, a place where she found
God's love, strength and her hope for each day and each situation.
As I looked through the worn pages, she had written in bold letters
"God doesn't owe us anything, He owns us." Yes, Mother
knew the secret of life and who she lived for and who she belonged
to, there was no fear and death held no sting for her. She is
now rejoicing and worshiping her savior Jesus face to face. Mother
and I worshiped together and thanked the Lord for His son, but
I say also Mother "thank you for your son and for allowing
me to be a Naomi to you in this life."
Daughter-in-law
Kathy "Rogers" Ball
Friday, April 28, 2006
Dear Ruthann and Sandy,
We would like to send you our deepest condolences, in the lost
of your Grandmother and Mother. Many she rest in peace! Our blessing
to the rest of the family.
Sincerely,
Bev, Larry and Mom
cocoa05@rcn.com
Saturday, April 29, 2006
There were many beautiful colors in Grammys garden.
Some people saw red, yellow, and purple.
I was fortunate enough to see the color of Love,
the color of Kindness
and the color of Giving and how much joy it gave her.
Things just won't feel right without Grammy, but we have so many
memories tucked away that she helped create....It is important
that we share those memories with our families. Lets keep her
memory alive! She was a great woman!
Halli Ball Gudzinas
Americandisplay_halli@yahoo.com
Saturday, April 29, 2006
My Gram was a great person
who was loving and caring towards everyone. Whenever me and my
sister, Taylor went up to her house to visit, which we did a lot,
Gram would always give us each 4 quarters, string cheese, and
Snapple or soda. I love Gram so much and I know that she will
always be in my heart and with me because she is like my Guardian
Angel. I love you Gram! <3
Berlynn Katheryn Gudzinas
sosickxlovesongs@aim.com
Tuesday, May 2, 2006
There was this woman you see,
she's like no other,
She's really special, she was my mother.
Always a smile to brighten a day,
Someone who would go out of her way.
Her gardening, flowers and lilac tree,
Always ready to give them away free.
Her cooking was great- her ziti, pasta salad, pigs and special
dressing.
At our request, she was always ready to cook at her best!
We'd talk on the phone every night,
Some of our subjects were such a delight.
She loved each and everyone one of us all the same,
You know she wouldn't want anyone playing these games!
For not only did I lose my mother, I also lost my best friend.
Rest in peace, mother dear.
I'll miss our moments, special times and talks.
Dee-Dee is fine, Larry takes her for walks.
Now you see why, there was NO other, she was MY special, loving
mother.
I LOVE AND MISS YOU-
SANDY BALL-MINCHIN
rowdyruth@juno.com
April 27, 2006
Written by Irv Ball, Jr. as a tribute to his grandmother, which he presented during the funeral service.
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I don't remember the exact day or time that we first met, but I can tell you that she's always been there. At a very young age, where you don't remember much, I can remember a Rose of Sharon tree, and a green laundry basket filled with water on a hot summer's day! (my very own baby pool) Gram also got me my own lawn chair, and we would sit in front of her house and watch the traffic go by. She would even let me shout "Wrong Way!" to the folks going down the one-way street she lived on! Gram took me to my first movie at The State Theatre... Snow White. I don't remember much about those early days, but the times that stand out in my mind all involved Gram. Giving was in Grammy's nature. When Mom & Dad said no, Gram said yes! that included chewing gum during church, ice cream before bed, and an ever-growing collection of Star Wars action figures! Most of my summer vacations were spent pedaling my chopper bike between home and Gram's house, and the hotter it was, the colder Gram's lemonade tasted! Gram saved my life twice because I always chewed - and choked on - the ice cubes. Thank God she knew the Heimlich Maneuver! But Gram was a lifesaver in more ways than one. During my later teens, I began rebelling, like most kids. When I got myself kicked out at home, Gram made room for me at her house, and once again, that bond was strengthened. During that time, I was in several bands, and Gram never batted an eyelash at my crazy fashion or my unruly friends as a matter of fact, she helped me create some of those fashions, and she knew - and liked - all of my friends! Gram knew everyone! She and I went grocery shopping every week, and I was always impressed with how many people would stop her and say hello. Gram did everything perfect, right down to the laundry! For a few years there, I can honestly say that I had the whitest whites and the brightest brights! And nobody could cook like her! While I lived with her, her main goal was to fatten me up and she succeeded! With her Pigs in the Blanket and her special salad dressing, how could someone not sit down and eat?! She was the best! Well, time marches on and seasons change. That season was over for us, but we've had many more great times since. Though I could think of many more stories, they would take forever to tell. I don't remember the exact day or time that we first met, but I look forward to the day that I meet her again. |
Irv Ball, Jr.
IrvsGigs@aol.com