Ronald D. Ball, 74, of St. Peters, Missouri, passed away on December 7, 2025. He was born on May 1, 1951, in St. Louis, Missouri.
Ron graduated from St. Thomas Aquinas High School in 1969 and went on to earn a bachelor’s degree in marketing from Southwest Missouri State University in 1973.
Faith was a cornerstone of Ron’s life, and he was deeply committed to his local church where he found great joy in serving others and helping wherever he was needed. Ron was known as a dependable and hardworking man with an exceptional work ethic. He took great pride in his craftsmanship as a painter and wallpaperer. He was always striving for quality in his work. Ron owned and operated a painting and wallpapering business for a time and later completed his career as a valued member of the remodeling team for Drury Hotels.
Beyond his dedication to work and service, Ron was incredibly funny and had an easy way of making people laugh. His humor, warmth, and steady presence left a lasting impression on everyone who knew him.
Ron is survived by his children, Dru Ball (Erin Shaw) and Marion Ball; and his beloved grandchildren, Violet, August, Odessa, and Mirabelle. He is also survived by his sisters, Janet Kalicak, Lauren Smith, Marsha Fickenscher, and Carol Wohldmann; and his brother, Bryan Ball. Ron was also a beloved uncle, brother-in-law, cousin, and friend to many.
He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 39 years, Sally Granger Ball, as well as his parents, Don and Evonne Ball; his brothers, Gean Ball and Tyrone Ball; and his in-laws Robert and Sara Granger.
Ron will be remembered for his faith, his craftsmanship, his generosity, and the laughter he brought into the lives of others. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.
Services will be held Sunday, December 21st 2025 at Life Church St. Peters, 8134 Mexico Rd, St Peters, MO 63376. Visitation will be from 2:30-3pm with services immediately following from 3-4pm.
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