Charles “Chuck” W. Ball, Sr., Age: 89
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Jun 08, 1933---Mar 01, 2023

Charles “Chuck” W. Ball, Sr., 89, of Lenexa, Kansas, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, March 1, 2023.  He passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family.

Chuck was born June 8, 1933, in Kansas City, KS to Charles and Floy Bell (Cox) Ball.  He was a graduate of Wyandotte High School Class of 1952 and served in the US Army between 1953 - 1955 in Korea and Japan. After return from service, he met and married Susanna May Mitchell August 25, 1957, had four children, and was a strong, kind, loving, supportive husband, father, and grandfather. His knowledge and guidance was the foundation of his family.

He owned and operated Chas Ball Supermarket stores in Kansas City, KS and Edwardsville, KS, then, with son John, transitioned to Chas Ball SunFresh grocery store in Kansas City, KS. He was active in the community, church, and grocery industry and held many leadership positions. He served on the Board of Directors for several organizations including Victory State Bank, Security National Bank, Affiliated Foods Warehouse and Retail Grocers Association where he also served as Chairman of the Board. Chuck had a lifelong commitment to his church and was a long time member at Colonial Presbyterian Church, Overland Park.

His love of woodworking began in high school and became a lifelong hobby. He crafted many treasured keepsakes for his wife and children. Chuck was a long time KU basketball fan, frequently watched games with family when possible, and sponsored Jayhawk Motorsports while grandsons Austin and Nate were on the KU Formula SAE Racing team.  He enjoyed travel all across the country, but his favorite vacation spot was always Branson, MO.

Chuck is survived by his wife of 65 years, Susanna Ball; 4 children, Charles (Amy) W. Ball, Jr, Marlene (Garry) Ahlgren, Karen (David) Johnson, and John (Yvonne) Ball;  8 grandchildren, Erik (Heather) Ahlgren, Austin Ahlgren, Ryan Ahlgren, Nate Ahlgren, Avery Ball, Lili Ball, Ellison Ball and Jonathan Ball; and sister, JoAnn Ball.

Visitation will be from 10:00-11:00 AM Monday March 6th, followed by Funeral Services at 11:00 at Porter Funeral Home, 8535 Monrovia, Lenexa,  KS.  Interment will be in Shawnee Mission Memory Gardens.  In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions to Samaritan’s Purse.


Condolences

Cathy Bukaty Peterson Mar 03, 2023

Former neighbor ,Lenexa ,Kansas

I grew up across the street from Chuck's parents, Charlie and Floy, and his sister Joann in the 50s, 60s, 70s. What a very nice family! My dad John Bukaty loved to barbeque in our backyard and always went to the Ball's store on Central Ave to purchase babyback ribs. My condolences to you, Joann, who always treasured your fur babies.

Frank Babin Mar 06, 2023

Former employee ,Overland Park ,Kansas

So sorry for your loss, he was a great man. I enjoyed working for all of you.

David (Klasinski) Kelly Mar 06, 2023

I worked for Mr. Ball all throughout high school. I learned a lot about business from Mr. Ball and how to treat people fairly and well, customers and employees alike. I have always been grateful for my time with the store and everything I learned working for Mr. Ball. He was a man of integrity. My deepest sympathies to Mr. Ball's family but especially John, Karen, Mrs. Ball and Mr. Ball's sister JoAnn, all of whom were especially warm and kind to me as a young kid in the 80's.

Services

Event:
Visitation
Location:
Porter Funeral Home
Address:
8535 Monrovia Street
City:
Lenexa
State:
Kansas
Zip Code:
66215
Date:
Mar 06, 2023
Time:
10:00 AM
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Event:
Funeral Service
Location:
Porter Funeral Home
Address:
8535 Monrovia Street
City:
Lenexa
State:
Kansas
Zip Code:
66215
Date:
Mar 06, 2023
Time:
11:00 AM
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