Ricky Ball, age 57, of Adams, Wisconsin passed away after a long illness Saturday, December 5, 2015 at Villa Pines Living Center in Friendship, Wisconsin.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Ricky was born June 13, 1958 in Chicago, Illinois to Homer and Opal Ball.
He married Nancy Coffman on September 17, 1999 in Kentucky.
Ricky loved working on and collecting classic cars and enjoyed working with the restaurant business in downtown Chicago.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Homer & Opal Ball; Grandson, Ricky Gilreath Jr.; brothers, Homer Ball Jr., Kenneth Ball, Douglas Wayne Ball, and Buster Ball; Special Father-in-law, Andrew Coffman and several nieces & nephews.
Survivors:
Wife: Nancy Ball of Adams, Wisconsin
Son: Justin Ball of Adams, Wisconsin
Son: Ricky of Nebraska
Son: Raymond of Illinois
Sister: Linda (Bobby) Pickard of Tennessee
Sister: Barb (James) Woods of Illinois
Sister: Wanda (Joey) Zizzo of Illinois
Sister-in-Law: Ann Ball of Eau Claire, Wisconsin
further survived by many grandchildren, nieces and nephews
Ricky had loved his caregivers that cared for him at home which was Nicki Danko, Phyllis McCoy, Tim Coffman, and Cheryl Denk, also his nephews Christopher and Stephen Whitt and Amanda Steffin-Ball whom he thought of as a daughter and his mother-in-law Polly Coffman. He had a special love for his sisters-in-law, Ginger Whitt & Linda Minigh. He had special caregivers at Villa Pines that were highly appreciated.
Many thanks to Angie Fuller & Hospice Touch and also North Star for their support.
Nancy and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Ricky. I know the pain of this horrible disease. Nancy, you were such an awesome caregiver to Ricky. I know that because of your loving care he was able to be home with you for as long as he was. RIP, Ricky.
Sorry to hear of your loss. Thoughts and prayers for Ricks family and friends during this difficult and sad time. may you find some comfort in the memories he gave to you. God Bless.
I’m so sorry for your loss.
I am truly sorry for your loss, RIP Ricky. No more pain or suffering. God bless all of you. And prayers to the family.
Im sending thoughts and prayers to Nancy and family,I was very sorry to hear Ricky had passed away,
With love Eula.
Nancy and Family, Tears rolled down my face when I heard about our loss. Ricky was one of my special people when he came in for blood draws…he always wanted me to hold his hand as he shook a little, he said. His smile in his eyes and his laugh as though he was putting one over on me. My thoughts, prayers and my deepest sympathy. I will keep Ricky in my memories.
Uncle Rick may you rest in Heaven with Grandpa in your golden castle. We will see each other again, until then give Grandpa big hugs and kisses and remember you will never be forgotten and always you will be in our hearts and prayer’s. Watch over us because you are one of God’s Angel’s now. Until we meet again, Love Jess
R.I.P Ricky you will be missed by many. Ricky was a good man father and a good husben that his wife could ever ask for. You are all in my prayers. May you r.i.p you will always be in my heart.
UNCLE RICK THIS IS YOUR NEICE CASSIE I JUST WANTED TO SAY HOW MUCH I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU YOUR GREATNEICECES ASHLEY THOMPSON, CHRISTINA THOMPSON AND YOUR GREAT GREATSON TYLER THOMPSON ALL WANTED TO SAY THEY LOVE AND MISS YOU AND GLAD YOUR NOT SUFFERING ANYMORE AND THAT YOUR IN A BETTER PLACE SORRY WE DIDN’T GET TO COME VISIT BUT YOU HAVE BEEN IN OUR PRAYERS. MAY GOD WRAP HIS LOVING ARMS AROUND YOU AND KEEP YOU WARM AND STRONG RIP UNCLE RICKEY WE LOVE AND MISS YOU. HUGS AND KISSES FOREVER
I will miss him so much they r like family and it breaks my heart knowing that he’s the one you will be dearly missed by many loved ones you always be in memory and prayer can’t wait to see you in heaven again dear friend.
so sorry nancy that i couldn’t be there when you needed me the most, rick my beloved brother when you left me you took a big chunck of my heart and soul with you as kids and adults we were so close you see you and see me we were like glue bubby i know ur home with mom and dad and the rest of the family and your not suffering anymore thats the only good thing about this but i have to say im selfish i wanted you around forever the hurt and pain i feel is unbearable cause we were so close but i know nancy is taking it the hardest i:m so very thankful that her family is there and will help her through all her pain and suffering it will take awhile but my sissy is a very strong minded lady and i”m here for her day and night so no worries on her we will take good care of her for you. i love you and miss you more than words could ever say but i know i have a very precious angel watching over me you may be gone in body but your spirit lives on i love you ricky now and forever we will all meet again soon rip brother dear no more painLOVE, HUGS, AND KISSES YOUR SIS LINDA
R.I.P MY SWEET AND DEAR BROTHER IN LAW RICK…..YOU WIL BE TERRIBLY MISSED BY ALL THAT KNEW AND LOVED YOU….YOU WILL FOREVER BE IN MY HEART….( OH and AS TOLD YOU BEFORE….I WILL ALWAYS TAKE CARE OF MY DEAR SISTER FOR YOU…R.I P
I’m so sorry for your loss may God comfort you during this difficult time.
Nancy and family, so sorry to hear of Ricky’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sadness. RIP Ricky you will be missed by all who knew and loved you.
Nancy and family, we are truly sorry for your loss. If there is anything I can do Nancy, please let me know.
Ricky was a great man. Nancy and Ricky and the rest of the family members. Are a big part of my life. I love you all and will always be here for you all.
R.I.P. Ricky I know I haven’t seen you in a long time but I have so many memories of us growing up together doing all that crazy stuff you where one of my best friends growing up and I will keep all those memories in my heart. I know you are in piece now and with family. This is not goodbye but see you later. I will see you again my friend.
I am so saddened to hear this news. Rick was a good man and he will be missed. Nancy if u need anythng please let me know and I will try my best to help you. we love u <3 We will be praying for you and the family The Lord said he would be close to the broken hearted so please call out to him. He will be there and gve you peace and comfort <3
Mike and I are so sorry to hear about your loss. Prayers to you and your family during this difficult time.
Love you and we are praying for you .this is a very hard thing to go thew ..were here for you when you need us ..so sorry Nancy … RIP Ricky
Just want you to know how sorry we are for your loss we love you and we are praying for you .this is a very hard time for you just remember we love you !
Nancy,
I’m soo sorry, just know Ricky is in a better place and with family, he’s not suffering anymore, we will all truly miss him very much. Please let us know if you need anything, we might be separated by the miles between us but we will always be together in heart and spirit.
We love you always your brother-in-law Buggs and Ann and Family.
Nancy and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Ricky will be greatly missed. He is pain free now and at peace. RIP Ricky
BABE, JUSTIN WANTS YOU TO KNOW THAT HE THANKS GOD FOR GIVING HIM THAT LAST TIME TO VISIT WITH YOU AND YOU REACHING OUT YOUR ARMS TO HUG HIM WILL LAST HIM A LIFE TIME. HE SAID R.I.P…LOVE YOU POPS…….YOUR SON JUSTIN BALL
You will be missed uncle Ricky.i know you suffered but now your at peace.thanks for all the memories growing up in cicero.and see you at grandmas every day growing up.u will be deeply missed.love you always……rest in peace.
i miss you so bad my baby doll .my heart is broken that i just want you back home with me. i seen your pain go away when i seen god take your last breath with me begging you to not leave me just yet. i guess babe i was being selfish and i just couldnt let you go. as you was looking at me right into my eyes is when i understood that god wanted you more babe. my tears will never go away for missing you. you told me last week that i was your wife and the love of your life and indeed i was. i love you so much r.i.p my baby doll. LOVE YOUR WIFE FOREVER…….
my prayers go out to the family
Nancy and family, my heart was so saddened to hear about the loss of your Ricky. My thoughts, prayers, deepest sympathies you have. Hugs dear friend.
my condolences for the whole family may he rest in peace.
Ricky was a good friend of mine since grammar school.
although we had lost touch for many years I am grateful to have
been surroundedby many of the family members may God comfort and bless you all
Sorry for your loss Nancy & Justin. May Ricky rest in peace.
Nancy, so sorry for your loss. I send my love and hugs…You and the family are in our prayers.
Nancy, I was so sorry to read about Ricky`s passing. May God grant you peace. RIP Ricky!
I love you uncle ricky may you rest in peace you are no longer suffering…
Love ur niece,
Selena & family
So sorry Nancy….Just think…NO MORE PAIN!!!
So sorry for your loss Nancy and family. Rick will always hold a spot in all our hearts that new him… He is at peace now God received another special angel.. Please call if you need anything. Ricky will be greatly missed … Rip 🙁