James Jerry Ballard Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of James Jerry Ballard of Charleston, West Virginia, who passed away on November 12, 2025 at the age of 87. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Jerry Ballard to pay them a last tribute.
In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire his loved ones, keeping James Jerry's spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While his presence may be gone, his impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.
He was predeceased by: his parent Vinnie Ballard; his grandmother Sarah Ballard; his brothers, Buddy and Harold Ballard; his son Kevin Ballard; his stepgranddaughter Campbell Elisabeth Williams; and his stepson Donald R. Williams.
He is survived by: his wife Carolyn E. Ballard; his daughter Tina L. Ballard Slack; his niece Kathy Dabney (Bob); his stepsons, John C. Williams and Scott A. Williams (Winnie); and his stepgrandson Ezekiel Williams.
