Carl Jerry Ball
July 29, 1939 ~ April 12, 2020
Born in:
Washington, DC
Resided in:
Horse Shoe, NC
Carl Jerry Ball of Horse Shoe, died Sunday, April 12, 2020 at his residence.
Born in Washington, DC, and a lifelong resident of Western North Carolina, he was a son of the late Carl and Annie Byrd Ball.
Jerry was a lifelong educator, retiring in 1992 from Asheville High School. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather.
He is survived by his loving wife of nearly 59 years, Launa Baker Ball; one daughter, Shannon Hagan (Patrick) of Horse Shoe; one son, Darrin Ball (Dana) of Mills River; one brother, Robert Lee Ball of Alexander; five grandchildren, Jordan Varner (Kirk), Sydney Walton (Robert), Tate Ducker, Nathan Ball and Rachel Ball; one great-grandchild, Wyatt Varner as well as two nephews, Ronnie Ball and Marty Ball.
No services are planned at this time.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a contribution in Jerry’s memory to either the Parkinson’s Research Foundation (parkinsonshope.org) or a charity of one’s choice.
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Funeral Home Assisting The Family:
Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian
72 Long Shoals Road
Arden, NC 28704
(828)687-3530
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com
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May the peace of our Lord be with you as you go through the loss of your dear Jerry.
We are saddened to hear of the loss of our dear friend, Jerry. He and Launa (Shannon & Pat , Sydney & Tate) were such special neighbors. Jerry and Launa were always so much fun and gave us a good laugh every time we were together. We still miss you all. May God give you peace and comfort that surpasses all understanding during this difficult time.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Our Love, Mike & Brenda
Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family during this time.
Jim Dean
To the Ball Family, so saddened at this time. DARRIN grew up with my son Stacy McKillips. Got to know the whole family very well since the kids were small. JERRY was a inspiration to all. Launa a very loving wife.I thank God everyday for this family. All our thoughts and prayers are with this family. My husband Phillip new Jerry very well. They went to Mars Hill College together. Bless this family
Launa , Shannon, and Darrin and your family’s. We are so sorry for your loss. Jerry was always a great uncle to me . I will miss him, but I will always remember him and what he meant to me .
Thoughts and prayers go out to Mr Ball’s family. I had Mr Ball as a teacher at both South French Broad and again at Asheville High. He assisted me in getting a job while in High School at Asheville Transit. I retired from there after 44 years, 2 years ago. I always thought the world of him. May he RIP.
Mr.Ball, was a genuine person. He was always smiling and had a kind word for all. Rest In Peace sir. Deepest sympathy to the family. God bless!
Mr. Ball was one of my favorite teachers and was so kind, caring and helpful to all his students. He made learning enjoyable and helped so many get jobs. He was such a wonderful person and role model for so many. Sending prayers and sympathy for your loss.
Mr. Ball was one of my favorite teachers at Hall Fletcher..he was sometimes tough on the outside but gentle on the inside. I still remember him telling the class not to smoke because he dropped a cigarette in his lap while driving.
Me Ball was a favorite teacher at Hall Fletcher. He was an educator and a mentor to so many. My prayers are with the family as I am saddened by his passing.
My condolences to the family. Mr Ball taught me a great deal about work and life when I had him as a teacher. He was my favorite teacher at Asheville High. RIP Mr Ball.
I appreciate Jerry’s friendship. May God’s grace comfort you until you are united again.
Launa , Shannon, and Darrin. Our condolences and prayers are out to you. So sorry to hear about Jerry’s passing. I will always remember him as a fine outstanding man and father. He could always make one laugh when you were around him. He will be greatly missed. God bless you folks!
Robin, Scott and Michaela Ball
Mr Ball was always one of my Favorite teachers! Very kind and always helpful.
Prayers for his Family Asheville High class of 79. Susan
Prayers to the Ball family, Jerry was a wonderful person, cared for all his friends and students. I remember his leadership on the Leicester Wildcats basketball tournaments at the City Auditorium so many years ago like it was yesterday.
Bruce and I are sorry to learn of the death of our Asheville High School colleague and friend. Jerry was a caring and dedicated teacher and the life of the party in the faculty cafeteria; always liked and respected by both students and faculty.
He will be missed.
So many wonderful memories of Jerry. My thoughts are with you: Launa, Darrin and Shannon.
Such a nice man. I had him for driver’s ed. He would tease me about my boyfriend at the time. I will never forget his smile and kind ways. RIP Mr. Ball.
We are saddened to read the passing of a friend. We thought the world of Jerry.
Very fond memories are always with us.
Shannon, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Jerry. So glad you were able to move back and spend precious time with your Dad. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
My sincere sympathy to the Ball Family. In my younger years, Jerry was one of my best friends. I remember the special times we spent going to country music concerts, boxing, and going to NASCAR races in Darlington. Even though I haven’t seen him in several years, he will be missed.
Darrin, Sorry about the loss of your Dad…..he, like you, was a good one. Knew him for about 65 years and I’m sure we will miss him. Thinking of you and your family.
Thought the world of Jerry. He used to come by and visit my dad when I was younger (40 years ago). He was always nice and any time I ran into him he always took a few minutes to talk and catch up. He will be missed.
my sincere condolences
I thought the world and a day of Mr. Ball. I had him at Hall Fletcher in the late 60’s and saw him many days at AHS while I was there. Mr. Ball taught all of us in our 9th grade class how to fill out and file our income taxes. He was a great man. I went on to work in Law Enforcement and he and I crossed paths a few times during those days. Fortunately always on the outside of jail though. I will sure miss seeing him. He was a joy! My thoughts and prayers go out to the Ball Family. Accept God’s Mercy during this time.
Launa may our God hold you through this time. My prayers are with you and Darrin.
Launa,
So sorry to hear that Jerry had passed. It seems like just last Summer when he was on the roof with his leaf blower cleaning out the gutters and scaring us to death. We miss you guys coming over in the afternoons sitting out back enjoying refreshments while Jerry told us jokes!
Just wanted you to know we are thinking of you and your family.
I bought my first car from him – a red 1967 Dodge Dart. He used to greet all the kids going into the cafeteria and he would ask me how my car was doing. I was much better from knowing him.
Sad to learn of Jerry’s passing. He befriended me when I first moved to Asheville. Our thoughts and prayers to
the Ball family.
Mr. Ball was one of my favorite teachers at Asheville High School. Rest in Heaven Mr. Ball.