Ruth Ann Gowing Ballard Obituary
We bid farewell to Ruth Ann Gowing Ballard (Halethorpe, Maryland), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on December 1, 2025 at the age of 88. Ruth Ann touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her siblings, Paul Gilbert and Nina Beth (James Ralph); her grandson Nathan James Cochran; and her parents, William Cartwright and Katrina Burdette.
She is survived by: her children, Roxann, Debra Lou, Beverly Sue, William Ballard Cartwright, Patrick Nelson Cartwright and Gary D. Cochran (Beverly); her grandson Travis Ballard Cochran; and her adoptive daughters, Susan Erat, Janie Buckler, Cathy Bowen, Liz Ranallo and Adrian Stackhouse. She is also survived by her daughters, grandsons, and great-granddaughter.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation the Halethorpe-Relay United Methodist Church at 4513 Ridge Avenue, Halethorpe, MD 21227.
