Birth date: Feb 7, 1931 Death date: Oct 25, 2019
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Barbara Jean Ballinger, 88, of Kingsport, went to be with the Lord Friday, October 25, 2019, at her residence with her loving husband by her side. She was born February 7, 1931, in Hamblen County, TN and resided in Kingsport most of her life.She enjoyed traveling and spending time with her family. Her grandchildren were the light of her life.Mrs. Ballinger was a second grade teacher at Lincoln Elementary School for over thirty years and a member of Lynn Garden Baptist Church.She was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. & Mrs. Van R. Campbell.Those left to cherish her memory are her devoted husband of sixty-three years, Alvin Ballinger; son, Jeff Ballinger; grandchildren, Allie Ballinger and Ian Ballinger; great-grandchildren, Ellie Horton and Estin Horton; brother, David Campbell.The family will receive friends Wednesday, October 30, 2019, from 1:30-2:30 pm in the chapel of Oak Hill Funeral & Cremation Services. A Celebration of Life Service will be conducted at 2:30 pm with Pastor Rick Meade officiating.The Committal Service will immediately follow in the chapel. Barbara will be entombed in the Meditation Mausoleum at Oak Hill Memorial Park.The family extends their sincere gratitude to Amedisys Hospice for their compassionate care of Barbara.To leave an online condolence for the family please visit www.oakhillfh.comThe care of Barbara Jean Ballinger and her family has been entrusted to the staff of Oak Hill Funeral & Cremation Services.Read Obituary
I knew Barbara from church. She was very excited when she found out that I was dating one of her former students from Madison Elementary School, and she was even more excited when she found out that we were marrying. Until God called my late husband home, Barbara sent cards and notes with personal messages. So far I have kept all of these. To Barbara's family, I pray that God will comfort you and give you the strength to face the days ahead. She was one special lady.
Ms. Ballinger was my 2nd grade teacher at Lincoln Elementary, she was without a doubt one of my favorite. She was a kind and caring lady, and will be missed. My prayers for comfort and strength to her family.
It leaves us sad that Barbara has left us behind but we know where she has gone and live each day to join her. Barbara was a quite and faithful church worker, she never stood out in the limelight. But the day came when I ask her to join me on a church committee and she readily accepted. I tagged her as our/my secretary and she did a wonderful job. I always felt close to her and Al and have always held them in the highest of regards. Because of our love for you, our hearts ache also. May God be with you and provide you comfort.
Jeff, so sorry to hear about your mom's passing. Not sure if you remember me but I was Paul Rectors side kick, Billy Johnson. Paul passed away in 2011. I'll be praying for you and your family. Take care . God bless
Barbara and I worked together at Lincoln School for 10 years. She was there longer.
She was a caring and good teacher.
Jeff, I'm sorry to hear about your mother. I pray that God will comfort you and be with you during this time.
