Jack D. Ballagh
June 17, 2011
Jack D. Ballagh, age 80, passed away Friday, June 17, 2011, at Taylor House Hospice in Des Moines, Iowa. Jack has been cremated as to his wishes. A private family service will be held at a later date.
Jack was born July 5, 1930, in Prairie City, Iowa, to John and Vilda Ballagh. Jack married Mary Maxwell in 1950 and raised two children. He made a career in sales, selling steel, insurance, and real estate. Jack was a member of the Altoona United Methodist Church. Jack loved to travel and collect antique toys and trains.
Survivors include his wife, Mary; son Mark (Katy) Ballagh; daughter, Jackie (Dennis) Eastridge; grandchildren, Chad (Christine) Ballagh, Nathan (Melissa) Ballagh, Chris Eastridge, Brandon Eastridge, and Amber (John) Greiner; and eight great-grandchildren who he adored.
Memorials may be directed to The Altoona Campus or Taylor House Hospice.
Online condolences may be sent at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Tom & Cheryl Fontanini
06/24/2011
Mary, we are so very sorry to hear about Jack. We enjoyed the many years at the Iowa Cubs games with you guys. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Michelle McManus
06/21/2011
We were so sorry to hear about Jack. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We will miss Jack at the shop.
Cynthia Boot Dabrieo
06/20/2011
I was sorry to hear of the illness that would eventually take Jack, and fully realize that any extension of life can often mean only hardship.
It is best to remember his interest in others and his smile.
Dennis and Rhonda Hochmuth
06/20/2011
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Margaret A. Sharp
06/20/2011
Mary,
I'm sorry for your loss. It was a joy to have Jack present at our IMFOA meetings. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Margaret A. Sharp, Retired
Cities of Knoxville and Johnston