Mrs. Geraldine “Geri” Ball, age 88, went to her heavenly home on Saturday, January 18, 2025.
Geri was the daughter of the late John and Edith Wiseman Nelson. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Bill Ball; siblings, John Nelson, Jr., Earl Nelson, Pauline Whitworth, Frances Laws, Bob Nelson, and Maggie Saults; and granddaughter, Brianna Marie Ball.
Survivors include her children, Janice Clark (Marty) and Billy Ball (Louise Timmins); grandchildren, Jayma Clark, Mallory Guzeev, Brittany Hope, and Haley Aiken; great-grandchildren, L.J. Gunning, John Gunning, Jaelyn Aiken, Jurnee Aiken, Olivia Guzeev, and Drew Pennington; sister, Charlotte Tuten; brother, Ken Nelson; many nieces and nephews all very dear to her.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, February 1, 2025, at Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home with Mr. Frank Arthur officiating. Geri will be laid to rest at a private graveside at Salem Cemetery (Washington College).
The family would like to thank Frank and Judy Arthur, Kim Keplinger, Sharon and Mike Rush, Dan and Denise Phillips, Internal Medicine West, Dr. Cary and Nurses at NHC of Johnson City, neighbors and friends.
01/29/2025
Karen Routh Peoples
Janice (Jannie) and Billie, was so saddened to see that your Mom has passed. She will be missed by so many. I have great memories of coming to your house to go swimming and sleigh riding. I thought your Mom made the best egg salad sandwiches. I don't remember too much (was too young) of when you all lived across the street from our house in Asbury. Your Mom was always so much fun to be around.
01/27/2025
Myra Ostermeyer
I had the privilege of taking care of both Geri's and Charlotte's pedicures for about 3 years or so. Geri would always say I was her best friend and I agree we felt like family from our first meeting. A more generous person than Geri would be very hard to find. To the family I send my deepest condolences. Geri will be missed by many!
01/24/2025
Starr Danielsen
Bill and Janice, my deepest condolences to both of you and your families. I remember your mom with great fondness. When we were kids & I would come to your house & sometimes babysit Billy. Your mom was always so kind to me. Will keep you in my prayers.
01/23/2025
Larry and Nancy Reece
Our deepest sympathy to each of you in the loss of your loved one. We truly hope that all the memories and traditions that you have accumulated over the years will sustain you now, and in time to come. May our Heavenly Father, in His infinite mercy, provide you solace during this difficult time of bereavement. We'll continue to keep you in our hearts and prayers.
01/22/2025
Debbie Routh Kagan
Janice, Billy and family
I am so sorry about your little momma. I have so many great memories of times spent at your house on Indian Ridge Rd and Tamassee Park. She got so much out of a good laugh. The kindness she showed everyone will be a lasting legacy. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. Debbie Routh Kagan
I worked with Geri at the old Stratton School. She worked in the cafeteria and made me my first peanut butter and jelly sandwich. I was 35 and never had one! I still call it a peanut butter and Geri sandwich in her honor. Good years at Stratton. Sending love and prayers to family.
