Rick D. Ballard's obituary , Passed away on March 4, 2026 in Franklin Grove, Illinois

Rick D. Ballard

September 1, 1959 - March 4, 2026 (66 years old)

Franklin Grove, Illinois

Rick D. Ballard's obituary , Passed away on March 4, 2026 in Franklin Grove, Illinois

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McDonald Funeral Home

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Rick D. Ballard

September 1, 1959 - March 4, 2026 (66 years old)

Franklin Grove, Illinois

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Rick D. Ballard Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Rick D. Ballard in Franklin Grove, Illinois, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on March 4, 2026 at the age of 66. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Rick D. Ballard to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Dean Ballard and Audrey Ballard (Woods); his wife Julie Ballard; and his siblings, Lori, Tracy and Dave Ballard.

He is survived by: his children, Jenny Zigler of Deer Grove, Jessy Henson of Sterling, Sadie Ballard of Rock Falls, Jaimmy Pasalich (John) of Chesapeake, VA and James Ballard of Sterling; and his siblings, Terry Purvis (Richard) of Rock Falls and Mark Ballard of Sterling. He is also survived by thirteen grandchildren; seven great grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established to Good Shepherd Lutheran Church of Rock Falls, IL.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
McDonald Funeral Home



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1002 12th Ave, Rock Falls, IL 61071

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