Sidney "Sonny" Ball

July 12, 1934 - January 11, 2018

Sidney "Sonny" Ball, 83, of Bristol, VA passed away Thursday, January 11, 2018 at his home in the presence of his family. He was born in Council, VA on July 12, 1934, a son of the late Earl and Annie McFarlane Ball. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Marita Ball and brothers, Fredric Darrel Ball and Leon Ball. He graduated apprentice school in Newport News, Va and worked in the Ship Building and Drydock Co. and retired from Columbus McKinnon. He attended First Assembly of God in Abingdon, VA. He and his wife faithfully served the Lord in every ministry opportunity that presented itself. He was an evangelist, deacon, trustee, Sunday school teacher, youth sponsor and sang in the choir. He was a member and speaker for The Gideons International. He loved wood carving, gardening, and Bible study. Sonny is survived by two daughters, Linda Light and husband Hugh and Patricia Ball Owen; one son, Jonathan Ball and wife Carla; nine grandchildren; and five great grandchildren. The family would like to express a special thank you to his care givers and church family for all the love and care shown to Sonny during his illness. A Graveside Service will be held at 3:00 p.m. Sunday, January 14, 2018 at Mountain View Cemetery Mausoleum, Bristol, VA with Reverend Kyle Ratliff and Reverend Roger Williams officiating. Honorary Pallbearers will be Ronnie Mullins, Tom Mullins, Bill Span, Brint Grimes, Gene Rasnake, Jackie Duty, Rod Bernardson, and Reverend Kyle Ratliff. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that donations be sent to The Gideons International Processing Center, P.O. Box 9725, Washington, DC 20090-7251.