Joseph Ray Ballard, 53, of Loretto, died Friday, May 7, 2021. He was born July 3, 1967, and lived in Marion County. He was a former employee of Buzick Construction. He was a hard worker and loved his family and loved the outdoors. He was preceded in death by his father, Joseph Francis “Joe” Ballard. … Continue reading Obituary: Joseph Ray Ballard, 53, Loretto