Arkport, New York

Jean M. Ball – 81 – of Pine Knoll Park, Arkport, NY, died early Friday morning (October 25, 2024) following a long illness.

Born in Oneida, NY on January 31, 1943, she was the daughter of Milo & Mildred “June” (Hollenbeck) VanHall.

Jean grew up in the Alfred-Almond area and was a graduate of Alfred-Almond Central School (class of 1961).  She later earned her Business Degree from Alfred State College.

She was married on July 15, 1961 to Duane E. Ball.  Jean & Duane resided in Canisteo for over 30 years and for about 25 years lived in Rogersville, TN, moving to Arkport about three years ago.

Jean was a member of the Canisteo Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death her husband, Duane, who died April 2, 2022; and her sister, Beverly “Kay” Vaisey.

Surviving are 2 daughters, Lynda (Charles) Drum of Dansville and Sharon (Steve) Crandall of Hartsville; 3 grandchildren, Alisha (Mike) Searles, Katie (Jeffrey) Fetzner & Anthony Drum; 6 great-grandchildren; several nieces & nephews.

At Jean’s request there will be no calling hours.  Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.

Funeral arrangements are in care of the Dagon Funeral Home, 38 Church St., Hornell, NY.

Jean’s family request that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in her name be made to the National Kidney Foundation, 30 East 33rd St., New York, NY  10016.

To leave an online condolence or share a memory, visit www.dagonfuneralhome.com.