Rue Nick Ballard Obituary
The family of Rue Nick Ballard of Springfield, Tennessee announces his passing on October 19, 2026. Rue, born on February 3, 1948 in Red Bay, Alabama, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Rue Nick Ballard to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Rudolph P. Ballard and Prebble O. Inman; and his sister Wanda A. Faust. He is survived by: his wife Rosa Ballard; his children, Sharon Goodchild, Rodrick "Rod" Brent Ballard (Corey), Anthony "Todd" Ballard (Jodi), Nikki Suzzanne Ballard (Sam Younger), Joseph Alexander Ballard and Miguel Morales; his brother Hugh Mack Ballard of Red Bay; his brother-in-law Wayne Faust; his niece Kellie Henson; his nephew Derek Faust; his grandchildren, Callie Ballard, Addie Ballard, Tate Ballard, Emri Ballard and Samuel Rue Younger; and his great grandchildren, Kylan and Rylan.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 24th 2026 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Deaton Funeral Home (919 4th St W, Red Bay, AL 35582). A funeral service will be held on Saturday, October 24th 2026 at 3:00 PM at the Deaton Funeral Home Chapel, Red Bay.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Nick's memory to either of the following organizations: Alive Hospice (in gratitude for their exceptionally kind care) Online: https://alivehospice.org. By Mail: Alive Hospice, Attn: Development, 1718 Patterson Street, Nashville, TN 37203, Prostate Cancer Foundation, Online: https://www.pcf.org.
