She is survived by her husband of 40 years, Dr. Robert Ballard; daughters, Mandi Ballard Irwin (Bruce), Abby Ballard (Chris Nastri) and Allison Ballard Haines; sons, Darrell Digby (Janice) and Lawson Digby and one brother, Alan Nease (Pat).
A private family memorial will be held at a future date.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.colliervillefuneral.com for the Ballard family.