Ila Jane Ballard
April 11, 2012
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Ila Jane Ballard, 81, passed away on Wednesday April 11, 2012, at Mercy Medical Center.
Ila was born in Springfield, Minnesota, but moved to Iowa and graduated from Urbandale High School. She was married to Louis Ballard, and together they had three sons, Peter, Lester, and Lucky Ballard. Ila’s passion was bowling. Working at the snack bar in Plaza Lanes she learned her bowling skills and passed them along to her son. Later in life she worked for Hallmark cards, bringing smiles to many.
Ila is survived by her two sons, Lester (Rene’e) and Peter Ballard; fifteen grandchildren, and fourteen great-grandchildren. Ila is preceded in death by her husband, Louis; her son, Lucky; and her grandson, Ryan.
A visitation to honor her memory will be held Friday April 13, 2012, from 5 to 7 p.m., at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street.
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Bob and Vicki Bertagnolli
04/13/2012
Just wanted to let you know we are thinking of you and praying for your family during this time...it is always hard to lose your parents. Take care. She is in God's hands now, it doesn't get any better than that!!
Bob and Vicki B.
Dr. Rico and staff
04/13/2012
Sorry for your loss Pete. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Dr. Rico,Vicki,Beth and Brittney
Deb and Marv Solum
04/12/2012
All our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tammy & Mike Hansen
04/12/2012
We are so sorry for your loss. I remember Ila coming to my parents ceramic shop, Swedberg Ceramics. She was so funny and lite up the shop every time she came in. We had so many laughs and good times whenever she was around. My parents really loved her. She is in a better place now. Probably painting or firing something in the kiln. Please accept our deepest condolences.