Obituary of Roy Ballard

BALLARD, Roy – Roy died peacefully at home on Friday, December 11, 2020 at the age of 87. Beloved husband of Helen (Keating). Dear father of Heather Ballard (Steve Jay), James Ballard (Brigitte), Brian Ballard (Laurie) and Greg Ballard. Loving grampa of 16 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by parents John & Lucy Ballard, brothers Jack Ballard and Derek Ballard and step-sister Joan Burke. Roy was evacuated from London, England in 1941 and raised by aunt and uncle Bella & George Dean. He taught at St. Clair High School from 1961-1989. Due to the restrictions of Covid 19, a small private family graveside service will be held at Our Lady of Mercy Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy, friends who wish may send memorial donations to St. Joseph’s Hospice, 475 N. Christina St., Sarnia, N7T 5W3. Arrangements entrusted to the McKenzie & Blundy Funeral Home & Cremation Centre (519-344-3131). Messages of condolence and memories may be left at www.mckenzieblundy.com.