Jacob Ballard Obituary

Jacob Dewayne Ballard, 33 years old, of Holden, Louisiana, passed away Thursday, January 17, 2013 at North Oaks Medical Center. He was born on Thursday, October 18, 1979, in Hammond, LA son of Travis Ballard and Robyn Bowling. He was a member of the Holden Volunteer Fire Department for 15 years and was Assistant-Chief for the last 9 years. Surviving are his wife, Samantha Ballard; 2 sons, Nico and Drew Ballard; brother and sister-in-law, Trampas Amy Ballard; sister, Amy Ballard; grandmother, Francis Bowling; 2 nephews, Logan Johnson and Layton Ballard; mother-in-law, Sandra North; brother-in-law and wife, Wallace and Kristen North; brothers-in-law, Micheal North, and Reese North and wife Karen; and 19 cousins. He is preceded in death by grandfather, Lee Bowling; grandparents, Johnny and Louise Taylor; grandparents, Matthew and Rose Ballard; father-in-law, M.W. North; aunt, Kathy Bowling; cousin, Sandy McKey. Friends will be received Monday, January 21, 2013 from 10:00 a.m. until services begin at 1:00 p.m. at Holden Baptist Church. Interment will follow in the Stafford Cemetery, Holden, Louisiana. Contributions may be made to the Holden Volunteer Fire Department. Harry McKneely Son Funeral Home is charge of the arrangements. An online guest book is available at www.harrymckneely.com.

Published by The Advocate from Jan. 19 to Jan. 21, 2013.
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Thinking of you today, like most days.

August 27, 2014

Thinking of you always, brother. Miss you more than I can explain.

Joshua Jones

October 24, 2013

Working next to you was a pleasure compadre,Valero's turnarounds won't be the same...I'll see you on the big scaffold in heavens amigo...
VAYA CON DIOS

SAFETY NICO

February 17, 2013

May God bless you and your family during this time of sorrow.

Rita Hutchinson Leggett

January 22, 2013

another angel has been called home. my deepest condolences go to jacob's families. my thoughts and prayers are with each of you. love to all...

becky bowen

January 20, 2013

I worked with Jacob at Acadian Ambulance and even after he left, we remained friends. He had the biggest heart. I am still in shock of learning of his passing. I will b praying for the family.

renee wells melvin

January 20, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with the Ballard and North families. Jacob was loved.

Sherrie Childre

January 20, 2013

So sorry for you an the boys loss Sam. I pray that God gives you comfort an strength in this heartbreaking time. Love y'all an I will be praying for you..

Ann Barbier

January 20, 2013

My prayers are with the families. May God's peace and comfort be with you all. Love and prayers,

Janice Cowart

January 20, 2013

Prayers are sent to Family, Friends and LPFD R.I.P Jacob Ballard

laurie morse

January 20, 2013

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