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Derrick Michael Ball

2000 - 2010

DERRICK MICHAEL BALL

Derrick Michael Ball, age 10, of rural Kahoka, MO, died Sunday, July 18, 2010, in the emergency room of Keokuk Area Hospital.

Derrick was born January 19, 2000, in Memphis, MO, the son of Stacie Clifford Ball.

He is survived by his mother and step-father, Stacie Clifford Bass and Jimmie Bass of Kahoka, MO; grandparents: Mike and Lillian Clifford of Kahoka, MO, Charlene Brecheisen of Vassar, KS, Jim and Beth Bass of Canberra, Australia; great grandparents: Norma Whitehead of Kahoka, MO, Dorothy Brecheisen of Vassar, KS, and Marian Bass of Ottowa, KS; two brothers: Keyton Bass and Remmington Bass of Kahoka, MO; a sister, Kara Ball of Kahoka, MO; uncles and aunts: Jason and LeAnn Clifford of Kahoka, MO, Patrick and Jasmine Clifford of Columbia, MO and Rodney and Season Bass of Ottowa, KS; as well as great aunts and uncles, cousins and other relatives.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Jimmie Bass IV in October, 2009, and an aunt, Michelle Bass.

Derrick would have been in the 5th grade this fall at Blackhawk Elementary and was a very gifted student. He was his grandpas shadow and loved working and doing things with him. He played the guitar and would perform on stage with his family at different festivals they attended. He was a typical boy who loved peanut butter, fishing, hunting and playing his D.S.

Funeral services were held Wednesday, July 21, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. at the Wayland United Methodist Church with Pastor Ray Gilbert officiating.

Burial was in the Kahoka Cemetery.

Memorials in lieu of flowers were suggested to the family.

There are currently 51 condolences.

Teresa Bogener Saturday August 21, 2010 at 11:48 PM
Even though away from Clark County many years, not knowing this child, it is sad to hear of your loss. There are no condolences to offer other than he is at rest with his great-grandparents. Ida and Tom. May you find your way through this to a peace that surpasses all understanding. With our sympathy and concern, Teresa and Dr. James W. Bogener

Jeff Thompson Wednesday July 28, 2010 at 10:41 PM
Dear Friends, My heart is heavy. My breath taken away. Forever will I miss the hugs, the laughs and the time in the stand. My deepest condolences.

Wednesday July 28, 2010 at 10:31 PM
I'm so sorry for your loss. I don't know what to say. He was a great friend. John Thompson

Monte and Jane Morris Sunday July 25, 2010 at 2:13 PM
Stacie and Family, We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Carol bartman Saturday July 24, 2010 at 3:44 PM
So sorry to hear if your loss. ....you are I my prayers

Trudy Pierick Friday July 23, 2010 at 11:06 AM
To Stacie, Jimmie and all of your family: I cannot imagine the pain you must be experiencing with Derrick's unexpected death. May it be some comfort to know that he will be having a good time with JimJim in heaven. My thoughts and prayers will be with your family in this difficult time.

Tina Fuqua TinaFuqua@Yahoo.com Thursday July 22, 2010 at 9:06 PM
To Stacie, Words cannot cure the amount of sorrow that you must feel with the loss of your son. I am so very sorry to hear of Derrick being called home to heaven. My thoughts and prayers are with you as always. I can't imagine the amount of pain you must feel from your loss of yet another son. Let me know if you need anything at all.

Barb Freyenberger Thursday July 22, 2010 at 5:18 PM
To Stacie, Jim, Mike, Lillian, Cara, KeyKey, and Remington, I am so sorry to hear of Derrick's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Barb

Trenton and Alyssa mathes Thursday July 22, 2010 at 12:01 PM


Bob wilson &family Thursday July 22, 2010 at 9:09 AM
Mike, Lil &family Our deepest sympathy to your family. May God watch over you at this time. You are in our thoughts and prayer

Kristi and Johm Brown Cody and Amanda nanakiss05@yahoo.com Wednesday July 21, 2010 at 5:52 PM
We are very sorry for your loss, and you are all in our prayers, May god bless you. If you need anything at all let us know.

Shannon ssuehall@gmail.com Wednesday July 21, 2010 at 3:53 PM
I can not imagine the pain you are having to go through. You all have been through alot. I am very sorry for your loss. I am praying for all of you that you stay strong. Need anything at all you have lots of people that care to turn to.

John Brooks and Family Wednesday July 21, 2010 at 3:44 PM
We are so, so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our prayers! GOD BLESS

Danielle Boring Wednesday July 21, 2010 at 1:45 PM
Lillian, Mike, and family, There are no words to express my sympathy for you and your family. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers.

Tina Brookhart dolley94@webtv.net Wednesday July 21, 2010 at 1:42 PM
there are no words to say except,Im so sorry for your loss.

Amber (James) & Trent Hunziker Wednesday July 21, 2010 at 1:26 PM
Stacie, So sorry to hear about your loss! Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this very trying time.

Delbert and Twila Harper Wednesday July 21, 2010 at 10:45 AM
You have our deepest sympathy in the loss of your precious little boy. May God be with you in your sorrow.

Beth and Jim Bass bethandjim1@bigpond.com.au Wednesday July 21, 2010 at 7:52 AM
To dear Stacie, Jim, Mike, Lillian, Cara, KeyKey, Remington and the Kahoka family, Words cannot begin to express our heartfelt and deepest sympathy at the loss of gorgeous Derrick. His infectious smile, sweet nature and endearing qualities will remain with us forever. We will always cherish those gorgeous memories of Derek as Mike's shadow, a brilliant mathematics mind and a wonderfully patient and generous teacher to his Aussie grandma city slicker about how to shoot and hit the milk bottle target first time! The loss of Derrick so soon after his sweet brother JimJim is simply so tragic and we want you to know that there is another gorgeous angel in heaven watching over us all. Please know we are thinking of you all - much love and prayers to you all - all our love Beth, Jim (Sarah, Kate and Lachlan) Canberra, Australia

Bill & Dorothy Brickey Wednesday July 21, 2010 at 12:01 AM
Mike,Lillian and family: Our thoughts and prayers are with you all for the loss of your loved one. Bill & Dorothy Brickey

Kirsten Nelson Tuesday July 20, 2010 at 11:05 PM
Dear Stacie and Jim, I am so very sorry to hear about Derrick's passing. I always enjoyed hearing him play the guitar - Johnny Cash. I can't imagine the depth of your grief and my heart goes out to you both. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Fondly, Kirsten

Richard & Carol Western Tuesday July 20, 2010 at 9:25 PM
Mike & Lillian our sympathy goes out to both of you and all of the family. I wish there was something we could say to make it easier. Our Prayers are with all of you at this time.

Ben Bosch-Kline mrbosch79@yahoo.com Tuesday July 20, 2010 at 8:41 PM
Dear Stacie and Jimmie, I am so sorry that your family has been struck by tragedy like this again. My heart and prayers go out to you. The only condolence is that now he gets to play with his lil brother again. I pray comfort and healing for you all. My heart aches for you. God bless!!

Sheila Wood Tuesday July 20, 2010 at 7:02 PM
Please accept our sincere sympathy in the loss of Derrick. His smile and presence will be missed. What a fun young golfer! May God Bless & comfort you. Tabitha & Matt Herrs, Mick & Sheila Wood

Annett, Becky & Teresa Wolver Tuesday July 20, 2010 at 6:28 PM
Our thoughts and prayers go out to your whole family in the loss of Dad's little buddy, Derrick. Dad and Derrick are in heaven riding around on the scooter and Dad will be looking out for him. Words cannot express our sorrow for your great loss.

Lloyd & Jeanine Thornburg Tuesday July 20, 2010 at 6:22 PM
We are so sorry to hear about Derrick. Our thoughts & prayers are with you and your family.

Dennis and Susie Schulte Tuesday July 20, 2010 at 6:21 PM
We have no words to adequately express our sympathies! Know that we will be keeping you all in our prayers.

john and jane carlson Tuesday July 20, 2010 at 3:30 PM
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Fran and Barb Cumpton Tuesday July 20, 2010 at 2:55 PM
We were so sorry to hear about Derrick he will missed by all of his bluegrass friends. Every one loved being around him. Your family will be in our prayers.

Lori and Joe King Tuesday July 20, 2010 at 1:34 PM
May God give you comfort in your time of sorrow. It just isn't right that children go before us. I could not imagine how you are all feeling. Our sympathy to you and your family!!

Raye Saunders Tuesday July 20, 2010 at 1:23 PM
Ball Family You are in my prayers, God has another Angel

Bob & Johna Stott johnas6@mchsi.com Tuesday July 20, 2010 at 11:29 AM
There seems to be no words that can help right now but please know we are thinking of you and your families and we'll pray for you all as well. Bob & Johna Stott

Gary & Mary Lowrey Tuesday July 20, 2010 at 10:58 AM
To all the Clifford Family: Our hearts go out to you. We have great memories of seeing Derrick helping Grandpa Mike with the T and other things around Old Threshers. He was a neat kid and will be missed by many people even outside your family.

Thelma O'Day Tuesday July 20, 2010 at 10:57 AM
Norma and Family, My sincere heartfelt sympathy I send to you and your family at this time. You will be in my prayers now and the the days ahead. Thelma O'Day

Doc and Gayle Carleton Tuesday July 20, 2010 at 10:42 AM
Mike and Lillian our prayers are with you. We can't imagine what you must be feeling. Cling to Phil 4:7, and Luke 18:16.

Mary & Jim Goodman Tuesday July 20, 2010 at 10:23 AM
We are so very sorry to hear about Derrick. He played with our 5 year old grandson at Sally Mountain. He was very nice to let a younger boy join in. We enjoyed being around him a previous festivals. Our sincere condolences.

Troy & PaulaGregory Tuesday July 20, 2010 at 10:18 AM
Mike,Lillian,and Family, We were so sorry to hear of your tragic loss. I had Derrick on my bus for several field trips and he was a very special young man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Jim and Nancy Bogener steamer280@aol.com Tuesday July 20, 2010 at 10:16 AM
Mike, Lillian, Stacie and Family our hearts go out to you once again. You have our deepest sympathy, and are in our thoughts and prayers. Derek was a joy to all who were lucky enough to know him as we did. Jim and Nancy James Winston

Darin and Cara Manson darinmanson@finelinebluegrass.com Tuesday July 20, 2010 at 10:12 AM
It is so hard to find words at time like this. Our hearts are breaking for you and your families. He will be a shining star in the sky and a smiling angel in heaven. If there is anything we can do please do not hesitate to let us know. Prayers and Prayers Cara and Darin

John M. Daly Tuesday July 20, 2010 at 9:55 AM
Mike, Lil and family, I am so sorry to hear about this. Please know that you are in my prayers.

Kelly Nissen Tuesday July 20, 2010 at 9:34 AM
Stacie & Jimmie, I am praying for strength and healing for you and your family. You both have been through so much and I am deeply sorry that you are experiencing yet another loss. I think of your family often. Much love, Kelly

Tabatha Hood Tuesday July 20, 2010 at 9:02 AM
Mike, Lil and family, Our thoughts, and prayers are with you. I am so very sorry for your loss.

Nancy Marshall Tuesday July 20, 2010 at 12:02 AM
Staci and family. i couldnt beleive my ears. i am so sorry for your loss. staci, if u need ANYTHING at all, ANYTHING you know how to contact me. your in my thoughts. Love Nancy Marshall

Jim Sutterfield and Danelle Smith Monday July 19, 2010 at 9:55 PM
Stacie and family we are so sorry to hear of your loss we will be praying for you through these difficult times.

Carol Ann Rose and Lindsey Morgan corkysue@iowatelecom.net Monday July 19, 2010 at 8:18 PM
Stacie and family there are no words that I could express to ease your pain. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Lean up on your Faith to get you through this. Your little one is singing with the angles tonight.

Charlie and Connie Marshall Monday July 19, 2010 at 7:16 PM
Staci... We are so sorry to hear of yet another loss for you! Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your entire family. May He give you all the strength you need.

Ben Benedict Monday July 19, 2010 at 6:52 PM
Mike and family - I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family my friend.

Roy and Angie Gilbert Monday July 19, 2010 at 5:01 PM
We are sorry for your loss and pray for you at this time of sorrow.

Kenny, Blanka Bellinger and Family Monday July 19, 2010 at 4:55 PM
We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Bethany and Brody Davis Monday July 19, 2010 at 3:36 PM
Stacie and family - you are in our thoughts and prayers now and in the time to come. So sorry to hear of your loss. May God grant you strength, courage, and comfort. Bethany (Bourgeois) and Brody Davis

Kevin & Keri Kearns and Grace Monday July 19, 2010 at 1:55 PM
Mike, Lillian and Family, We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Derrick. Our daughter, Grace, is a classmate and says "he was a very nice boy with lots of friends." You have our deepest sympathy and we will continue to pray for you.

Bev Laffoon Monday July 19, 2010 at 10:02 AM
Mike, Lillian & Family Words cannot express our sincere sympathy at this time. Derrick was a joy to have in our Sunday School programs as well as Bible School. May God grant you an abundance of comfort. Bev & Bud Laffoon

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