Donald Lincoln Ball

TECUMSEH - Donald Lincoln Ball, age 82 of Adrian, passed away Monday, March 17, 2014, at Tecumseh Place in the presence of his treasured family and under the gentle care of Hospice of Lenawee. Born on February 12, 1932, in Detroit, Michigan, Don was the son of the late Samuel and Beatrice (Jenkins) Ball. He received both a Bachelor’s Degree and a Master’s Degree from the University of Michigan. Don proudly served his country in the Army during the Korean Conflict. Donald married Bettye June Roberts on June 27, 1956 in Black Mountain, North Carolina, and they celebrated 54 years together before her death in 2010. Don moved his family to Adrian in 1969 to work for Addison Products as their treasurer. He then worked for Blissfield Manufacturing as vice president, treasurer until his retirement in 1995. He was a faithful member of the First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) where he served as elder, financial secretary, and Sunday school teacher. For many years Don volunteered as a troop leader and wood badge trainer for Troop 659 of the Boy Scouts of America and as a project parent for 4-H. He also delivered meals on wheels and was a life-member of the DAV. He was an avid University of Michigan and Detroit Tiger fan. Most precious to Don was his family. Don is survived by his daughters: Cynthia Reynolds, Michele (Jamie Bloemendaal) Ball, and Janice` Gossman, all of Adrian; and Nancy (Steve) Karpo of Tipton; favorite daughter-in-law, Tamara Ball of Blissfield; nine grandchildren: Brooke, Robert, Jocelyn, Kellie, Sammy, Alex, Parker, Seth and Emma; 13 great grandchildren: Bree, Mercades, Tatelynn, Skylee, Logan, Caleb, Mason, Rylee, Mia, Eva, Simon, Trace and Jillian; and a sister, Joanne Rouls of Warren. In addition to his wife Bettye, he was preceded in death by his son, Samuel and son-in-law, Dale Gossman. Visitation will take place from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 29, 2014, at First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) followed by a memorial service to celebrate the life of Don with Rev. Linda Farley officiating and military honors conducted by the VFW Annis Fint Post #1584. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the First Christian Church or Hospice of Lenawee. Arrangements have been entrusted to Wagley Funeral Home where online condolences and memories may be shared at www.WagleyFuneralHome.com.

Donald Lincoln Ball

February 12, 1932 - March 17, 2014