Hippy Joe, age 71, passed away Monday, November 16, 2020 at his home with his family in Mt. Judea. The son of James and Dorothy (Martin) Ballard was born August 21, 1949 in Gossport, Indiana.

Hippy was a heavy equipment operator. He retired from Newton County and was a Navy Veteran. He enjoyed riding his 4-wheeler, gardening, small engine repair and flying his many kites.

In addition to his parents, Joe is preceded in death by five brothers, Danny, Billy, Albert, Randy, and Arvie.

He is survived by his children, Melanie Ballard of Mt. Judea, Joseph Aaron Ballard of Kansas his wife Lorna, and Tanggie Huffer of Indiana; 4 grandchildren, Haley, Alex, Tannance and Darreus; his sisters, Teri and Phyliss; his brother Stevie; and his former wife, Karen Bartle.

Memorial service will be 2:00 PM, Sunday, November 22, 2020 at Wayton Freewill Baptist Church with Pastor Tony Taylor officiating.

Cremation and arrangements are by Coffman Funeral Home of Jasper.

Online condolences may be left at www.coffmanfhcom