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Catherine Theresa Ball, 84

April 24, 2022

Catherine Theresa Ball, 84, most recently of Lancaster, PA, passed away on April 24th, 2022 with her family by her side. Born in Wilkes-Barre, PA, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Catherine Moore, proprietors of Moore’s Cafe on Scott Street in the East End. She was the beloved wife of the late Harry “Hank” Ball.

Catherine graduated from Saint Mary’s HS in Wilkes-Barre. She attended Kings County Hospital School of Nursing in Brooklyn, NY where she graduated as a registered nurse. She went on to work at Bay Ridge Hospital in Brooklyn until staying home to raise her four children. She then returned to Wilkes-Barre where she worked at the Leader Nursing home in Kingston and then went on to become the assistant director of nursing at Valley Crest Nursing Home in Wilkes-Barre. Catherine enjoyed crocheting, getting the right answers on game shows, an occasional visit to the casino and seeing Broadway shows with her beloved Hank.

Catherine met the love of her life, Harry, at a St. Patrick’s Day party at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York. Catherine and Hank were married for 58 years until his passing in 2018.

Catherine is survived by her four children: Michael Ball husband of Lisa of Lancaster, PA, William Ball husband of Ginger of Kansas City, MO, Catherine Rothschild wife of Jeff of Poughkeepsie, NY and Suzanne Baldo wife of Andy of Allentown, PA. Catherine always enjoyed spending time with her 10 grandchildren and was proud of their many accomplishments.

Catherine, known as “Clancy” or “Teasie” depending on the side of the family, will be greatly missed by 26 nieces and nephews scattered over 12 states.

She was preceded in death by her siblings: Condie, Jack, and Neil Moore, Rosemarie Tosline, Nancy Elston and Peggy Doughtery.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 AM on Thursday April 28, 2022, at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 601 E. Delp Rd, Lancaster, PA 17601. Friends and family will be received from 10 AM until the time of service. Interment will follow at Conestoga Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Catherine’s name to the Catholic Relief Services at https://support.crs.org/donate/memorial.

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Condolences to the Family

May 10, 2022

Dear Mom,
My heart is broken. I miss you so much. I miss our phone calls. I still pick up the phone on my way to and from work and quickly realize I can no longer call and hear your voice. You were always the first person I would call to share good news, bad news or just to chit chat. My world is forever changed. I hope you are now pain free and breathing easy! You endured so much and finally deserve to be at peace. I am so happy you and Dad are together again.This brings me some comfort. Thank you Mom for everything! I will miss you forever. I could not have asked for a better Mom. I will be forever grateful for everything you did for me. Thank you for all the wonderful memories. I will cherish them forever!
RIP – I love you! Give Dad a hug for me!Cathy ❤️

April 29, 2022

we are so very sorry we were unable to be with you, as we loved Clancy. We had looked forward to seeing her this summer. Knowing what a wonderful family she had and how she was supported surely was a help to her.
Everyone remembers her as a loving, caring good story teller and very devoted to family!
With Our Love, Robert & Mary

April 28, 2022

We are thinking of all of you and sending our love and prayers from California. I have nothing but happy and fun memories of Clancy. She was such a wonderful and funny person. We hope you can take some solace in the many happy memories you shared. xoxo Patti, Erik, Evan, Robbie & Elana

April 28, 2022

My condolences to your entire family, your Mom was the best she was so kind and always happy . Cherish all the wonderful memories you have of her and she is now reunited with your Dad.

April 27, 2022

Please accept the sympathy of Catherine Theresa’s St.Mary’s classmates. We have fond memories of our high school days and East End.

Visitation: Thursday, April 28, 2022; 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM; St. John Neumann Catholic Church; 601 E. Delp Rd; Lancaster, PA
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Services: Thursday, April 28, 2022; 11:00 AM; St. John Neumann Catholic Church; 601 E. Delp Rd; Lancaster, PA
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