Rissie Ballinger Obituary
The family of Rissie Ballinger of Berea, Kentucky announces her passing on August 2, 2026. Rissie, born on February 28, 1947, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Jamie Kirby and Beatrice Kirby; and her siblings, Lester Kirby, James Estill "Toy" Kirby, Ernest Kirby, Tinnie Kirby, Lee Kirby and Barbara Sue Kirby.
She is survived by: her husband Barry Ballinger of Berea, Kentucky; her son Eddie Gentry of Mt. Vernon, Kentucky; her stepdaughters, Patty Barron (Joe) of Mt. Vernon and Teresa Gentry of Mt. Vernon, Kentucky; her brother Roscoe Kirby (Rosie) of Mt. Vernon, Kentucky; her sister-in-law Ruthetta Kirby of Mt. Vernon, Kentucky; and her close friend Lena Bustle. She is also survived by many grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; many beloved nieces and nephews.
