Verna Hansen Ballard, aged 80, passed away April 27th, 2012 peacefully at home in Salt Lake City. She was born July 29th, 1931 in Spanish Fork, Utah. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Frank M. Ballard, whom she married on February 27, 1950. Verna was a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She is survived by her daughter Kristine, son Melvin, and her wonderful grandchildren and great-grandchildren.