Don Ballard's obituary , Passed away on January 1, 2026 in Eunice, New Mexico

Don Ballard

January 1, 2026

Eunice, New Mexico

Don Ballard's obituary , Passed away on January 1, 2026 in Eunice, New Mexico

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Don Ballard Obituary

We are sad to announce that, on January 1, 2026 we had to say goodbye to Don Ballard in Eunice, New Mexico, born in Billings, Montana. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Arvil Donell "Al" and Eulalia "Bobbi" Ballard; his daughter Mandi Rachel Bartee; his brother-in-law Wendell Phillips; and his fathers-in-law, Mory Wills and Jim Gardner.

He is survived by: his wife Laura Ballard; his children, Ryan Corbell, Scott and Melissa Bartee; his grandchildren, Sydney Bartee, Cayleigh Corbell, Colton Corbell, Cohen Bartee, Aubree Bartee, Tyler Bartee and McKynzie Bartee; his great grandchild Autumn Reid; his sisters, Delores Phillips and Lynn Edwards (Tom); and his parents-in-law, Carol Wood, Babs Giachetto, Richard Giachetto and Joe Wood. He is also survived by aunts, many cousins, nephews, and nieces.

Cheers!"From Laura and family, "We would like to thank you for all of your prayers, love and support."Sincerely, Laura and Family!In lieu of flowers or plants, memorial donations may be made to the Katy Christian Ministries food bank.

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Schmidt Funeral Homes - West Grand Parkway



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