Robert (Bob) Ball, loving father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother and friend completed his life's journey on February 10, 2011. Bob's surviving family include his children Diane and Kim Clark of Seattle, WA, Dina and Jim Elliott of Bakersfield; grandchildren Jason Luis, Kristie and Artie Chavez, Brett Elliott and Rhonda Clark; great grandson Kade Chavez; sisters Joan Taylor (Delano), Helen Smith (Natchez, MS), Vada Pittman (Sanger), Virginia Fisher and Kathryn Bernstein (both of Denver, CO). Preceding Bob in completing his life's journey were his loving and dedicated wife of 60 years (Ruby) Jean, his parents Leland and Georgia Ball and his brother Larry. Bob and his wife Jean lived in Lemoore over 50 years where he was very active in the community as a volunteer fireman and member and leader with numerous service organizations. Some of his life's joys included his extended family, his many friends, laughing, camping, fishing, Micro Midget racing (former #1 national champion) and dancing. A Memorial Service celebrating Bob's life will be held at the Lemoore Senior Center, 789 South 18th Ave, Lemoore, CA at 3:00pm on Thursday, February 24, 2011. In tribute please consider contributions to the Alzheimer's Association or American Cancer Society in his name.