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Joseph W. Ball

December 14, 1929 — March 20, 2009

Ball, Joseph W

Suring

Formerly of Appleton, age 79, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loved ones. Joe was born on December 14, 1929 in Flushing, NY, son of the late Joseph and Lucina (Munson) Ball. After his schooling, Joe proudly served his country with the U.S. Army. Joe was married to Donna Mae Heup until she preceded him in death in 1991. He sustained a long-time career in the Appleton area selling commercial real estate. Joe enjoyed golfing, fishing, bowling, and softball.

He will be sadly missed by his special love: Kay Muthig, Suring; his children: Marilyn (John) Scholton, Amherst, Joseph (Kathy) Ball, Kaukauna, Dan (Katie) Ball, Kaukauna, Pete Ball, Chute Pond, Julie Ball, Kaukauna, Tina (Tim) Henke, Appleton, Tony Ball, Kaukauna; his grandchildren: John and Penny Scholton, April Sokolova, Jared and Michael Ball, Dustin, Alex, Riley, and Taylor Ball, Jordan Armstrong, Melissa Ball, Evan and Elise Henke; great grandchildren: Avah and Madison Scholton; siblings: Woody Ball, Al Ball, Lily Stachera, Betty Reuter, Tina Vriesman; several in-laws, Kay's children and grandchildren, and his beloved dogs: Issy and Sophia. In addition to his parents and his loving wife, Donna, he was preceded in death by five siblings.

Funeral Liturgy for Joe will be held on Tuesday, March 24, 2009 at 6:00 P.M. at St. Thomas More Catholic Church (1810 N. McDonald Street) with Father Gerald Falk officiating. Friends will be received directly at the church from 4:00 P.M. until the time of Mass. Interment will be in St. Mary's Cemetery, Kaukauna. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund is being established. The family wishes to thank the nurses and staff of Heartland Hospice for your care and support through Joe's illness.

Dad, you were a true Irishman, who was loved and heard by all.

Joe, your passing has taken a part of you and I, but your love will remain

in my heart forever. -Kay.

Wichmann Funeral Home
537 N. Superior Street
Appleton 739-1231
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www.wichmannfargo.com

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Visitation

Thursday, March 24, 2022

4:00 - 6:00 pm

St. Thomas More Catholic Church

1810 N McDonald St, Appleton, WI 54911

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Friday, March 25, 2022

Starts at 10:00 am

St. Mary Cemetery - Kaukauna

1101 Buchanan Rd, Kaukauna, WI 54130

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