Randy L. Ballard

Randy L. Ballard, 72, of Chetopa, passed away on Sunday, January 3, 2021, at his home.

Randy Lynn Ballard was born on November 29, 1948, to Thomas and Prudence "Minnie" (Castle) Ballard in Chetopa, Kansas. As a young boy, he grew up and attended school in Chetopa. He moved with his family to California, where he graduated high school.

From 1968 to 1970, Randy served in the United States Army. Following his service, he worked as a cement finisher for a construction company in California. In 1979, Randy returned to Chetopa, where he had lived since. He had worked for Joe Mayfield Construction and at the sale barn.

His greatest joy came from spending time with his family. He also enjoyed hunting and fishing.

On July 29, 1978, Randy and Pamela Davis were united in marriage in Sonoma, California. She survives of the home.

Survivors include:

His wife – Pamela Ballard, of the home

Two daughters – Angela MacGowan and her husband, Buck, of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Alyssa Milstead and her husband, Blake, of Lockney, Texas

Three grandchildren – Chase MacGowan, and Kaelynn and Kinsley Milstead

Two brothers – Richard Ballard of Palm Springs, California

Denny Ballard of Santee, California

One sister – Dawna Wagner of Columbus, Kansas

Numerous nieces and nephews

His dogs – Milo and Bella, of the home

He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Tom Ballard; and one sister, Betty Mayfield.

There will be a Memorial Visitation for Mr. Ballard from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 6, 2021, at the Bath-Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home in Chetopa. Burial will take place at a later date at Oak Hill Cemetery.