Herbert Paul Ballard Jr.'s obituary , Passed away on June 27, 2025 in Pensacola, Florida

Herbert Paul Ballard Jr.

May 7, 1969 - June 27, 2025 (56 years old)

Pensacola, Florida

Herbert Paul Ballard Jr.'s obituary , Passed away on June 27, 2025 in Pensacola, Florida

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Ray Funeral Home

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Herbert Paul Ballard Jr.

May 7, 1969 - June 27, 2025 (56 years old)

Pensacola, Florida

Herbert Paul Ballard Jr. Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Herbert Paul Ballard Jr. of Pensacola, Florida, born in San Diego, California, who passed away on June 27, 2025, at the age of 56, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Herbert Paul Ballard Jr. to show support.

As Herbert Paul departs from our midst, his spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Herbert Paul. Though Herbert Paul may no longer walk beside us, his legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Georgia Ballard and Herbert Paul Ballard, Sr. (Paul). He is survived by: his wife Merla Ballard of Pensacola, FL; and his brother David Ballard (Shannon) of Smyrna, TN..

A funeral service was held on Friday, July 11th 2025 at 3:00 PM at the Family Funeral & Cremation (5627 N Davis Hwy, Pensacola, FL 32503). Visitation will be held on Monday, August 4th 2025 from 9:00 AM to 9:45 AM at the Ray Funeral Home (206 Bishop Rd, Cleveland, MS 38732). A burial will be held on Monday, August 4th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the Shaw Cemetery (101 Faison St, Shaw, MS 38773).

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Paul's memory.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Ray Funeral Home



Fri

July 11

Funeral service

Family Funeral & Cremation
5627 N Davis Hwy, Pensacola, FL 32503

Mon

Aug 04

Visitation

9:00 AM - 9:45 AM

Ray Funeral Home
206 Bishop Rd, Cleveland, MS 38732

Mon

Aug 04

Burial

10:00 AM

Shaw Cemetery
101 Faison St, Shaw, MS 38773

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