Masten Ball

masten ball
Masten James Ball age 65 of Fredericksburg, IA, died Wednesday, May 19, 2021, at his rural Fredericksburg home. Private family services will be held at a later date. Masten James Ball was born January 19, 1956 in New Hampton, IA, the second child of Wiley and Mary (Simon) Ball. He was a graduate of the Fredericksburg High School class of 1974. Masten was a truck driver. He was very interested in the environment and recycling. Survivors include mother, Mary Ball of Fredericksburg; five brothers, William (Barb) Ball of Fredericksburg, Russell (Deb) Ball of Sumner, IA, Michael (Barbara) Ball of Allison, IA, Casey (Shelley) Ball of Windsor Heights, IA, Chris (Sandy) Ball of LeClaire, IA; one sister, Marjorie (Joe) Williams of Mason City, IA; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father. “There is no such thing as waste.”

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  1. Masten was very unique individual who will live hearts of many community members. Prayers for the family at this time. 🙏🙏

  2. Mary and the Entire Ball Family! Please find peace in your heart for Musty is Now at Peace . May your sorrow and uncertainty be lifted and your heart be filled with Fun Memories! Musty would always find his way into the home shows and he would be sure to stop at my booth. There was never a doubt in my mind, when I saw him coming, that we would have an interesting conversation! My Dad was always a part of that conversation. We shared many fond memories of Charlie and the shop. Thanks Musty for always making my heart smile! May you Rest in Peace! Love to All – Wanda Meier

  3. We have so many memories of Musty. He was great farm help in his early younger years. Also so kind to us sharing so much from his garden produce. We never knew what would be laying on the steps to eat from his garden. RIP Musty

  4. I remember when I was in high school and helping Wiley combine and bale straw. After he wind rowed the straw he told me to jump on the wagon. He told Musty to grab 3 beers. He tossed one to Max, he opened his and threw the third one to me. When we got done there were 2 wagons of oats setting there and we had to unload them with scoop shovels. He told Musty to go and grab a six pack. When he came back Wiley popped the top and said start scooping. When he drank his he told me to have one while he scooped. We drank the 6 pack and finished unloading and after we ate I was asleep in 30 seconds.


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