I am both shocked and saddened to hear about Jim's passing. One of my best friends at Sligo and throughout our days at NHS. We still connected while our kids were little but then lost touch and only saw each other on rare occasions. Was looking forward to seeing Jim at the 50th reunion. One of the kindest guys I have ever known! RIP Jim!!😢
I am most sadden to learn of Jim passing away. We were friends and teammates on the football team -- Jim the center; I the QB. He was a great athlete and kind person. Rest in peace my friend.
I was very saddened by your death. Not sure i ever saw you again after June 1970. I do remember your warm smile and friendly attitude. Rest in Peace dear friend. I will come and visit your grave one day, unfortunately i cannot attend your funerals. I currently live at Leisure World about a mile from Gate of Haven. Condolences to your wife and family. Anthony Magri
I am so sad to hear of Jimmy's passing. He was a close friend all through Sligo and Northwood. He was always kind, caring, energetic and fun! I remember going ice skating and roller skating together in high school. He made it look so easy and effortless. Always graceful and athletic!
I last saw Jimmy at our 40th reunion and met his lovely wife, Caroline. My heart goes out to his family.
James Dennis Ball lost his battle with cancer on February 23, 2020, at his home in Port St. Lucie, FL, surrounded by his loving family, at the age of 68.
James (Jim) was born on June 5, 1951 in Washington, DC to Mary Frances Ball and Charles (Ollie) Ball, who have preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife, Caroline Ball, nee Newcomb; his brother, Charles (Chuck) Ball of Millsboro, DE; two children, Spencer Ball, of Avon, CO, Caroline Hurt, nee Ball of Leesburg, VA; four grandchildren; two stepchildren, Kevin Wright and Katie Tasch, nee Wright; and two step-grandchildren.
Jim's passions were his family, boating, fishing, camping, and his beloved pets that he had over the years.
Jim's career of 20+ years was with the Charles E. Smith Company in Washington, DC as a Building Engineer. Afterwards, Jim worked as a contractor for the US Naval Academy until his retirement in 2015. While living in Annapolis, Jim was an active member of the Eastport Yacht Club until his move to Florida in 2015.
Services will be held Saturday, March 14th at 10:30 AM at Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Silver Spring, MD. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Treasure Coast Hospice, Stuart, FL 34997.
Debby Wecker (Milans)
I am both shocked and saddened to hear about Jim's passing. One of my best friends at Sligo and throughout our days at NHS. We still connected while our kids were little but then lost touch and only saw each other on rare occasions. Was looking forward to seeing Jim at the 50th reunion. One of the kindest guys I have ever known! RIP Jim!!😢
George Detsis
I am most sadden to learn of Jim passing away. We were friends and teammates on the football team -- Jim the center; I the QB. He was a great athlete and kind person. Rest in peace my friend.
Antonio Magri
Dear Jim:
I was very saddened by your death. Not sure i ever saw you again after June 1970. I do remember your warm smile and friendly attitude. Rest in Peace dear friend. I will come and visit your grave one day, unfortunately i cannot attend your funerals. I currently live at Leisure World about a mile from Gate of Haven. Condolences to your wife and family. Anthony Magri
Joan Nelson (Brown)
I am so sad to hear of Jimmy's passing. He was a close friend all through Sligo and Northwood. He was always kind, caring, energetic and fun! I remember going ice skating and roller skating together in high school. He made it look so easy and effortless. Always graceful and athletic!
I last saw Jimmy at our 40th reunion and met his lovely wife, Caroline. My heart goes out to his family.
Brian Morse
Shocked to hear about Jim. Great guy. I got to know Jim at Sligo when my locker was close to Joan Nelson’s and jim had a crush on her.
My sympathy to his wife & family.
Vicky Disalvatore (Loyd)
I AM IN SHOCK. YOU WILL BE MISSED. VICTORIA LOYD (DI SALVATORE)
Oren Kaplan
Oren Kaplan
On the eve of our 50 year reunion; fond memories of the way we knew you: