Kirby Dale Ballard of Helena died unexpectedly of natural causes on May 17, 2011. He was 60 years of age. He was born to Margaret Ann (Wolfenbarger) and Walter Thomas Ballard on April 1, 1951 in Hamilton, MT.
Kirby attended schools in Helena and graduated from Helena High School in 1969. He attended the University of Montana. On May 8, 1974, he married Karen Hoff in Helena. She preceded him in death on February 24, 2003. Kirby lived in Helena and worked in construction as a concrete worker most of his adult life. He was passionate about hunting, reading and leather working, and was a great cook.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Margaret and ex-wife, Karen.
Kirby is survived by his father and step-mother, Walter and Sandy Ballard of Clancy; son, Griff Ballard; step-children, Lori Flesher, Kim (Keith) Dykeman, and Zenda Beecroft; brother, Tom (Holly) Ballard; sisters, Sue (Elton) Melle, Kay Ballard (Jim Mallard), and Peggy Ballard (Irvin Parry). He is also survived by his grandchildren, Gavin Ballard, Malayna Dykeman, Colter Dykeman, Katie Flesher, Lyssa Flesher, and Chelsey Flesher.
A memorial service will be held 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, May 24th at Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home. A reception will be held at the Eagles on Fee Street immediately following the memorial service. A continued Potluck gathering Celebrating Kirby’s life will be held starting at 3:00 p.m. Tuesday at Happ’s Bar. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.aswfuneralhome.com.
“End of Story.” ~Kirby
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Carol says
Good-Bye Kirby. Kirby was a fine man. He had a great kind spirit under that gruff exterior. I’m Patty Dixon’s sister. During their time together I spent a lot of time with Kirby. It was too soon to go!
Carol Buerman says
I was saddened to read of Kirby’s death and although I have been away from Helena for many years, the names of those I’ve known come back to my heart with good memories. Kay, please know I am thinking of you and all your family as you walk this journey and say goodby to Kirby. Blessing for all. Carol Buerman
Charlie & Pam Brown says
Our deepest sympathy and prayers to the Ballard Family. Kirby, may you rest in peace. God Bless.
Debra Demarais says
While I was married to Bill (Schmidt), Kirby lived with us on and off. I enjoyed his being around as he did the cooking, which was always better than mine. He was a good friend and will be greatly missed.
Dick, Renee, Rory and Tanner Noel says
Our Deepest Sympathy goes out to you and all of the Family. Kirby will always be of a part of our lives. He will never be forgotten.kjjccyn
jim moyle says
a sunset here, a sunrise there.
Nancy says
Kirby was a fun loving, caring, giving, loving person! I will miss him greatly! You are all in my prayers. Now I know my family that has passed will have the enjoyment of his entertainment. My prayers go out to his family.
Richard and Neva Porte says
We were very sorry to hear about Kirby. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ron and Pam Woodward says
We send our deepest sympathy to the Ballard Family.
Susan Sabol says
Rest in Peace Kirby. I will never forget all the fun and laughs we had!! You will be missed.
Tami says
“End of story”…I can hear ya saying those words right this minute. You were one of a kind, Kirb & I love ya for that. Rest in Peace my friend & i’ll see you again.
The mt-1 says
May you rest in Peace, Kirby
Kathleen Crocker says
loved you very much Kirby—never have I had so much fun than when we spent time together