Charles Henry Ball
March 5, 1946 ~ September 20, 2007
Services:
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, September 25, 2007 at 10:00 am in Our Lady's Catholic Church, Medley's Neck, MD with Fr. Thomas LaHood officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Monday, September 24, 2007 from 5:00-8:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Chapel, where prayers will be said at 7:00 PM.
Charles "Charlie" Henry Ball, Jr., 61, of Medley's Neck, MD died September 20, 2007 at his residence after a battle with cancer. Born March 5, 1946 in St. Mary's County, he was the son of the late Charles Henry Ball, Sr. and Laura Mae Ball Spalding. He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Ellen Mae Williams Ball; two children, Charles Andrew Ball and his fiancé Michelle Griffin, Victoria Marie Adkins and her husband Brian Adkins and his grandchildren; Ashley, Maddie, Olivia, Charlotte, Sabrina and Blake. He is also survived by his sister, Sara Woodburn and her husband David (Teeny), of Leonardtown, MD, his brothers; William E. Ball and his wife, Barbara, of Leonardtown,MD, and Gary F. Ball and his wife Patti of Ohio. He was preceded in death by one sister, Eleanor Ann Russell. Charlie loved his family and enjoyed being with his friends. He worked at various trades during his life, including carpentry and had his own welding business, Fireball Welding, until March of this year when his illness caused him to stop working. His greatest love was the water where he would crab, fish and oyster and always looked forward to the start of the oyster season. He was also an avid Nascar fan, watching for the Fords to win. The family will receive friends on Monday, September 24, 2007 from 5:00 - 8:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, where Prayers will be said at 7:00 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, September 25, 2007 at 10:00 AM at Our Lady's Church in Medley's Neck with Fr. Thomas LaHood officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Pallbearers will be Teeny Woodburn, David Woodburn, Donald Knott, Scott Smith, Eugene Quade and James A. Knott. Honorary pallbearers will be Tommy Cook, Parran Bean and Ross Owens. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of St. Mary's, P.O. Box 625, Leonardtown, MD 20650. Arrangements provided by the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, P.A
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“Charlie was one of the few people that I considered a close friend and surely will miss him, he had a most pleasant personality and was one of the hardest working men I have ever known.Our sincere condolences to his family. Ross,Linda & Jason Owens”
“Charlie was one of the most good hearted people that i have ever met and he will be truly missed. its good to see his qualities rubbed off on andy.”
“Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. WE wish we could be there in person to give our love and support but know that you are always thought of. We love you all and if any of you need anything please do not hesitate to call. Love Jennifer & Jeremiah”
“Andy my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Charlie was a wonderful person and will be missed by all. If there is anything we can do please let us know.”
“Michelle and Andy our thoughts & prayers are with you & your family”
“Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. We only got to see Charlie a few times but he was a great man and meet so much to Michelle being so far from home. We will keep you in our prayers as always.”
“Charlie will truly be missed, he was one of the nicest and most considerate men I have ever met. Our prayers are with Ellen, Andy and the their entire family. “
“Ellen and family,Our thought and prayers are with you all. May you hold the memories of Charlie close to your heart and feel his presence always.”
“Ellen, Our thoughts are will you and your family at this most difficult time. May the Lord grant eternal peace.”
“With deepest sympathy to Ellen and all the family. May you be at peace knowing that Charlie is now at peace in Gods loving arms.” “
” Charlie Is a good friend I will miss him on the water and old Abell Wharf. We had alot of good times.”
“Ellen and family. We know you will miss Charles very much. Just know that God now holds him in his loving arms and he feels no more pain. God bless each and everyone of you.”
“Ellen, Andy, and Vickie, We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers at this special time. Charles was a fine person and will be missed by all.”
“I had the honor and the pleasure to have Charlie for my friend I had the greatest respect for Charlie and will miss working with him ,his generous nature and sharing heart and his remarkable sense of humor.My thoughts and prayers are with you all.”
“Vicki & Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Although we didn’t know your dad personally, it sounds like he was a wonderful man. Sincerely – “
“”Aunt Ellen my thoughts and prayers go to you and the family”.”
“Ellen, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.”
“Ellen, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Take care of yourself. “
“Charlie’s humor was one of a kind, we will miss him. Our prayers are with his family.”
“Ellen, You and your family are in my prayers. Charles is blessed and with our eternal father and is without suffering. God Bless you and your family.”
“Ellen, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Continue to trust in the Lord and he will dry all tears. God bless. Sarah Brooks “
“Dear Ellen, we extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family during this difficult time. Knowing our loved ones are finally at peace with our Heavenly Father will give us strength in the days ahead. Please know that I will be there for you if you need a shoulder to cry on or someone to talk to. Lois, Dale and Mom. “
“Ellen & family, Tommy kept me informed about Charlie and please know that you and your family have been in my prayers. May God be with you during this very, very sad time. “
“Ellen, my deepest sympathies to you and your family. I can only tell you how sorry I am for your loss and I pray God watches over all of you and gives you strength. Your in my thoughts and prayers.”
“”Ellen and family” Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Charlie was a nice guy and will be missed by all. We will keep him always in our hearts.”
“I am so sorry to hear of your loss! I will keep you and your family in my prayers! God Bless You! With Deepest Sympathy, Kathy Leighty”
“Rest in Peace My Dear Charlie.”