Martha Jean Ballard

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother, Martha Jean Ballard, who passed away peacefully on October 14, 2026 at the age of 94. She was a loving and devoted wife to her husband of almost 60 years, Wilbur Ballard who preceded her in death and with whom she is now lovingly reunited.

She leaves behind her daughter Vicki Osterman and son Jody Ballard, 3 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren and had a great great grandchild on the way. She is survived by a sister and a brother in Nebraska along with many nieces and nephews.

Martha leaves behind a family who will forever cherish the wonderful memories, love and laughter she brought into their lives and who will never forget her sense of humor and spunkiness right until the end.

Although she will be deeply missed, her love and beautiful spirit will live on in the hearts of all that knew her. Forever loved, never forgotten.

Martha was born in Huntley, Nebraska on October 12, 1932.She received her teachers degree and taught school in Nebraska. After getting married and moving to Colorado she worked for School District 11 Food Services and retired from there after many years.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 2:00 pm on October 31, 2026, at Memorial Gardens Cemetery & Funeral Home, 3825 Airport Road, Colorado Springs, CO 80910.