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Obituary For Mrs. Geraldine Ingram Ballard
Mrs. Geraldine Ingram Ballard, lovingly known as “Lean” to her family and friends, entered her heavenly home on April 1, 2026, peacefully at her residence in High Point, NC. Geraldine was born on March 27, 1948, in Wadesboro, NC, to the late Weldon and Cassie Bell Ingram. She was also preceded in death by five siblings: Vera LeGrande Ingram, James Ingram, Brenda Ballard, Annie Ingram, and Joretha Lindsey; a loving niece, Melissa Davis; brother-in-law, Nathaniel Stewart and her beloved grandparents, Gastor and Bessie Bell Ingram.
She was raised in High Point, where she attended local schools and proudly graduated from William Penn High School. She dedicated many years of her life to her work at Amos Hosiery Mills and Influential Hosiery Mills, where she was a valued and hardworking employee until her retirement.
Geraldine accepted Christ at an early age at King Chapel Holiness Church, where she faithfully served on several committees. In addition to her service, she had a special gift for cooking and found great joy in preparing meals for others. Whether for church events, family gatherings, or simply to brighten someone’s day, her kitchen was a place of love, comfort, and fellowship. She also provided a safe haven for many children.
She was known for her warm and nurturing spirit, Geraldine extended love and care to many beyond her immediate family. She had a heart that welcomed everyone, always making others feel seen, valued, and at home in her presence. Whether through a kind word, a listening ear, or a helping hand, she gave of herself freely and without hesitation. She found joy in caring for others, often putting their needs before her own, and never hesitated to uplift someone in times of need. Her kindness and generosity touched countless lives, leaving lasting impressions on all who were blessed to know her.
Geraldine’s love was genuine, her compassion was endless, and her gentle strength served as a source of comfort and inspiration. Her legacy of love and selflessness will continue to live on in the hearts of those she embraced and cared for so deeply.
Geraldine was united in marriage to Jerry Lee Ballard of Norwood, NC. From this beautiful union, she was blessed with a loving family. She leaves to cherish her five daughters, Debbie Williams (Anthony), Latoya Bittle (Adrian), Brittany Ballard (Jaylan), Breonna Ballard, and La’Miracle Ballard; one son, Johnny Quick and Storm Ballard, her loving dog. She was also a proud grandmother to a host of grandchildren, Tevon Williams, Siani McCauley, Damion Ballard, Adrieonna Bittle and five great grandchildren, Kashton Bishop, Ava Williams, Chase Williams, Korbin Bishop and Jaiden Bittle. A loving godmother of two goddaughters, Sandra Scott of Winston-Salem, NC and LaKeyia Sampson of High Point, NC. She also was a mother to a bonus daughter, Veronica McNair of High Point, NC; her sisters, Danette Rubin (Michael) of Boston, Ma; Wilda Stewart, and Alecia Faye Ingram both of High Point, NC; her brother, Robert Ingram of Lilesville, NC and William Dumas (Ella Dumas) High Point, NC; her two special aunts, Josephine Smith and Hattie Ingram of High Point, NC along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends.
Geraldine’s legacy of love, strength, and compassion will forever live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.
Funeral service will be held Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. at Living Water Baptist Church. The family will receive friends at the church from 1:30 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Guil-Rand Memorial Park.
Final arrangements are entrusted to Phillips Funeral Service, Inc.
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Add A CondolenceMama Lean will be deeply missed here on earth but because she knew Jesus and he lived inside of her, she is resting Safe In His Arm. My love and prayers go out to Daddy Butch, and my sister's Debbie, Toya the twins, Miracle, her siblings the grandkids and the entire Ballard Ingram family. I love you ALL! Continue to keep Mama Lean's legacy alive. Love, Tina Moore and Family
Prayers of comfort to the Ballard and Ingram family. From Gloria Wright and family
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My sincere condolences to my extended family. I am so sorry for your loss. This is another hard pill to swallow and we will continue to pray for each other's strength and comfort during this time. R.I.P Mrs. Geraldine .......Love Tracy McArthur and family
Geraldine was as beautiful on the inside as the outside. I remember her boarding socks along with my Mom at Amos Hosiery Mill. They use to cut up. I will always remember you. Take your rest ♥️🌹♥️
My sincere condolences to the Ingram and Ballard family, on the loss of your loved one. Wilda, I pray the family find peace and comfort, during this time. I will keep the family lifted up in prayer.
RIP Geraldine🌹🕊️🕊️🕊️
Sending my condolences and prayers to the family 🕊️🙏🕊️ Sharon Green and Family
Sorry for your loss signed by Gloria Robbins little
Thank you for the friendship that was given from the Ballard family while we were at King's Chapel together. Sister Geraldine was one of a find in the Body Of Christ.
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To Butch, Latoya Debbie and the girls, thank you for leanding her to all of us. She never met a stranger, and never had enemies. We often talked about our broken knees, we said we must have gotten them from our grandmother Bessie Bell. Just think, I'm jealous hers is now all healed. As she walk the streets of Zion, think of all of us, and make room. God love her so much He just slipped her away home. Be blessed. God speed family.
Hello, Family:
Look up and Trust God to keep and comfort you. The Ingram Family is always special to us. We grew up next door to each other. God Bless each of you.
Love and Prayers to All!
Rev. Bobby W. Green, Jr. and Dr. Gwendolyn Johnson-Green
We offer our deepest condolences and prayers,knowing that God will comfort you
My sincere condolences to you all.
Sorry for your Toya & Debby Ms Len will be missed
Sending prayers and condolences to the Ballard and Ingram family. Heaven has gained a beautiful angel! Sis Geraldine was an awesome, blessed woman of God and she will be truly missed! May the Good Lord comfort, keep and strengthen you all during this difficult time. God please wrap your loving arms around the family in Jesus Mighty Name! I will be Keeping everyone in prayer. You all are very blessed and loved! (Versa Page)
To the Ballard & Ingram families, I pray that you have peace and comfort in knowing Mama Lene trusted in the Lord and Savior and lived a life to serve Jesus to the upmost! We all will miss her, her humor, her singing, cooking, and most of all being around her family. I pray her and my mom are having a joyous time reuniting with all in heaven. To my Godsisters, Brittany, Breonna, and LaMiracle, I am proud of the ladies you have become! Toya & Debbie, you both know I'm here if you need me... Butch I love you too!! Mama Lene would never say bye on the phone so we will not say bye either, we will say until we meet again in heaven!! 💞 Love you, Keonna, Jonathan, Nicholas, Gabriel, and Lil Jonathan!
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