Jerry Campbell Ballard “J.B.” was born on March 4, 1938, in Helen, West Virginia to John Campbell Ballard and Nancy Virginia Gray Ballard. Jerry was the oldest of 3 brothers, Doug Ballard and Tom Ballard, whom he loved so much.
In 1956, he entered the United States Navy where he served proudly until 1962. He also earned his High School Diploma while in the Navy. From there, Jerry entered into the workforce, working for Buckeye Steel and then onto Mid-Continent Steel. During these years he lived in Ohio and Louisiana. In 1973 he moved to Fort Worth, Texas where began working for Texas Steel Company as a Foundary Superintendent. He then started a family where they resided in Edgecliff Village for over 20 years. In 1985, Jerry began working for General Dynamics as a Source Inspector and a Trainer for Korean students where he eventually retired. Through the next few years, he took on small jobs doing inspection work for several Steel Companies. Jerry was a hard worker and enjoyed all the jobs he held in life.
In 1999, Jerry began his very long 25-year battle with Cancer. He had been diagnosed with 6 different cancers through the years, including COPD. He fought like a warrior these last 9 months.
Jerry loved the outdoors. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. He was an incredible gardener and could grow just about anything. He also was a great carpenter. Jerry loved spending his spare time outside.
Jerry was a wonderful father and provider and loved his children, Virginia, Michelle and Waylon very much. He loved the Lord Jesus and would talk about how wonderful it will be to see Heaven. He looked forward to being with his loved ones again. Jerry made a huge imprint wherever he went in life. He will be deeply missed.
A Memorial will be on October 12, 2024, at the Marystown Baptist Church in Joshua, Texas at 11:00 am.
Survivors include daughters: Virgina Kirkpatrick (Micheal), Michelle Gilley (Brian), son: Waylon Matlock (Tammy). Brother: Tom Ballard (Anne). Grandchildren: Justin, Hanna, Ashlee, Josh, Jake, and Trent and 3 Great Grandchildren.
Jerry was preceded in death by his father: John Campbell Ballard, his mother Nancy Virginia Tribul and his brother Douglas Ballard, many aunts and uncles and beloved pets.
Until I walk across Heaven with you, Dad.
I love you always, Ginny Lou.
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