John W. Ball's Obituary
Age 81 of Finleyville PA (formerly of Mt. Lebanon, PA), passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on Sunday, November 18, 2018. Cherished husband of 58 years to Ilona Ball. Loving father of Jeffrey (late wife, Sherri) Ball of Richmond VA, Pamela (David) Sholtis of South Park PA, and John (Pauline) Ball, Jr. of Courtney PA. Grandfather of T.J. and Austin of Richmond VA, and Ashley and Lindsey of South Park PA. Great-Grandfather of Royce, Jalen and Roland of Richmond VA. Brother of his late sisters Margaret DiPietro and Ruth Lorenzato. Son of his late parents Catherine and Modesto Ball.
John proudly served his country in the United States Army and was stationed in Germany. He worked for many years at Clairton Steel Works, Jefferson Cemetery and loved playing soccer for Beadling Soccer Association. John enjoyed walleye fishing, playing badminton, gardening, soccer, cooking eating at the Waffle House and playing the slot machines at the Meadows. Above all he loved his family and he will be missed forever.
Family and friends will be received on Friday, November 23, 2018, from 2 to 4 pm & 7 to 9 pm at the Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home, Inc., 301 Curry Hollow Road, Pittsburgh. A Blessing Service will be held on Saturday, November 24, 2018, at 1 pm in the funeral home's chapel. In lieu of flowers, consider a donation to St Francis of Assisi, 3609 Washington Ave, Finleyville, PA 15332, in John's honor. Online condolences may be left at www.jeffersonmemorial.biz.
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