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Holten Ball Obituary


HOLTEN BALL, 96, of Elkview passed away peacefully in his home, surrounded by family on Wednesday, January 10, 2024.
A career Navy man; Holten was a sweet, caring soul, a loving husband, father and grandfather. An avid Street Rod and aviation enthusiast, Holt cherished building cars and airplanes, driving and flying, educating fellow enthusiasts, and the wonderful relationships he forged in the process. He was a profoundly positive influence on family and friends, and leaves a legacy impossible to duplicate. He will be sorely missed by many.
He is preceded in death by his mother, Hazel Ball, father, Edward Ball, and sister, Marie Kandlbinder.
Holten is survived by Dixie Ann Ball, his wife of 76 years, daughters Linda Ball and Jane Dye (David), and son, Steve Ball (Shelley) as well as his grandson, Jonathan Dye (Marlee Layh), and granddaughter Carly Dye.
At his request, there will be no formal memorial services held. In lieu of flowers or food, the surviving Ball family requests that condolences be offered in the way of donations to the CAMC Cancer Center in Charleston, WV.
Online condolences may be sent to www.haferfuneralhome.net
Arrangements are in the care of Hafer Funeral Home, 50 North Pinch Road, Elkview, WV 25071.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Charleston Gazette-Mail on Jan. 13, 2024.

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Barbara Cooper and Gary Cooper

February 3, 2024

Holt was like a father to me and a best friend. My second Dad. There will never be another like him. Love you forever Holt. And Dixie, I love you and Jane and my heart breaks for all of you. Steve, Linda, Jonathan and Carly.

Lisa Tinder

January 17, 2024

Love and prayers to all of you!

Susan Hooper

January 17, 2024

I´m so sorry for your loss. From his obituary, it sounds like he must have had a wonderful life.

Sandra Payne

January 15, 2024

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Charles "Pee Wee" Massey

January 14, 2024

God be with his family
He was a wonderful man and friend.

Kathy Jarrell (Valet) CAMC Cancer Center

January 14, 2024

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Sending prayers and my deepest sympathy.

Ted Middleton

January 13, 2024

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

BOB JAGODZINSKI

January 13, 2024

Holt was my friend and we spent many hours flying together. What a great person to have known. I often think of him.

Jack H. Bays. Elkview Wv.

January 13, 2024

What a great person and friend great memories of trail bike days.

David Reese

January 13, 2024

Holt was my second Dad,and my best friend,we flew all over the country together,and helped each other thru life,he will be sadly missed

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