We are sad to announce that on September 23, 2021, at the age of 64, Tommy Joe Ballard of Louisville, Illinois, born in Flora, Illinois passed away. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Tommy Joe Ballard to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by : his brother-in-law Michael Traub. He is survived by : his parents, Benny Ballard and Cora Ballard (Combs) of Louisville; his children, Ryan Ballard (Crystal), Kevin Clark (Chelsea), Sarah Matlock (Rich), Stephanie Hemphill (Joel) and Stacey Blair; his close friend Debbie Johnson; his sister Theresa Traub; and his grandchildren, Hanna Ballard, Collyn Ballard, Miah Ballard, William Ballard, Spencer Clark, Hazel Clark, Otto Clark, Trey Walker, Talon Hemphill, Gabby Blair, Johnny Leonard and Andrew Leonard.

Due to health concerns related to COVID-19, it is recommended that you please wear a mask and practice social distancing.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
McGriff & Triplett Funeral Homes