Christopher “Chris” Ball, 62, of Rosie, Arkansas, passed peacefully from this life on November 1, 2024. Born on January 11, 1962, in Newport to Hubert Ishmael Ball and Linda JoAnn (Bridgeman) Foshee, Chris lived a life filled with dedication, warmth, and joy.
Chris enjoyed a long and fulfilling career, beginning with Norandal and later moving to the Steel Mill, where he worked in maintenance. His hard work and reliability were appreciated by his colleagues, who knew him as a skilled and devoted worker.
In his free time, Chris was happiest outdoors. He loved fishing and hunting, passions that allowed him to spend time in nature and share memorable moments with friends and family. Chris also had a creative side; he enjoyed painting, collecting antiques, and working with model trains, hobbies that reflected his patience and eye for detail.
A lifelong sports fan, Chris was an enthusiastic supporter of the St. Louis Cardinals, attending games whenever he could, and he loved cheering on the Arkansas Razorbacks with equal devotion.
Faith was central to Chris’s life. As a devoted member and deacon of Southside Church of Christ, he served his congregation with kindness and a willingness to lend a hand. His gentle spirit and selflessness left a lasting impact on those around him.
Chris will be remembered as a beloved son, husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He is survived by his wife, Patty, his children, grandchildren, and extended family, who will forever cherish his memory.
His legacy of love, faith, and kindness will continue to inspire all who knew him. Chris will be deeply missed.
He was preceded in death by his maternal and paternal grandparents, his father, Hubert Ishmael Ball, and his grandchild, Jayden Ball Weaver.
He is survived by wife of 43 years, Patty of the home; his mother, Linda Foshee of Thida; his son, Seth Randall Ball (Melissa) of Newport; his daughter, Elaina Ann Weaver (Andrew) of Bryant; his brother, Bruce Ball (Sandy) of Newport; his sisters, Sandy Fike (Harold) of Rosie, Lori Ball of Thida, Belinda Pectol (Kenneth) of Rosie; his grandchildren, Mikey Ball and Ellie Ball; and a lifetime of friends.
Those honored to serve as pallbearers are Bruce Ball, Andrew Weaver, Anthony Fike, Joseph Ball, Jodie Chadwick, and Greg Chadwick. Honorary pallbearers are Harold Fike, Nathan Fike, and Chance Rogers.
Service will be at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at Southside Church of Christ with Brother Bill Cline officiating. Visitation will be from 12:00 until service time. Interment will be at Maple Springs Cemetery.
