He was born in Fieldale on February 25, 1956 to Ralph M. Ballard of Fieldale and the late Frances Inez Caudle Ballard.
He was a 1974 graduate of Fieldale-Collinsville High School. Jackie worked for Fieldcrest Mills and later for twelve years at Stanley Furniture Co. as a Molder operator before becoming disable. Jackie was of the Christian faith.
In addition to his mother he was preceded in death by his sister, Nancy Carol Ballard Alley.
In addition to his father he is survived by his son, James Robert “Bobby” Ballard and wife, Carey of Martinsville and three grandchildren, Anthony Christian Ballard, Alexander Chase Ballard and Aaron Christopher Ballard.
Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m. Monday, August 15, 2011 in the Collins-McKee-Stone Bassett Chapel with Pastor Kenny Daniels officiating, Interment will follow in Henry Memorial Park.
The family will receive friends one hour prior to service and other times at the homes of the son, James Robert “Bobby” Ballard at 923 Banks Road, Martinsville and his father, Ralph M. Ballard at 140 Tenth Street, Fieldale.
On line condolences may be made by visiting www.collinsmckeestonebassett.com
Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home, Bassett Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
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