Frances Ruth Cosey Ballard Obituary

The passing of Frances Ruth Cosey Ballard (Fayette, Mississippi) leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on May 7, 2025 at the age of 75. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Frances Ruth Cosey Ballard to show support.

She was predeceased by: her mother Minerva Brown; her husband Robert "Tom" Ballard; and her siblings, Oneal Cosey, Oscar Cosey Sr., David Cosey, Alex Cosey, Jr. and Zella Cosey.

She is survived by: her sons, Master Chief Kenyatter Ballard (Myeisha) and Joseph Ballard; her sister Anita Cosey; and her grandchildren, Alex, Aaron, MaKayla, Jaylend and Jayceon. She is also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
West Gate Funeral Home

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Mon

May 12

Visitation

West Gate Funeral Home
156 Medgar Evers Blvd, Fayette, MS 39069

Tue

May 13

Funeral service

Mt. Israel Baptist Church
835 MS-33, Fayette, MS 39069

Tue

May 13

Burial

Mt. Israel Baptist Church Cemetery
835 MS-33, Fayette, MS 39069

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