Obituary of Mabel Augusta Ball

Mabel Augusta Ball, née Naffziger, was born in Washington, Illinois on August 6, 1908 and died November 8, 2016, 108 years old. Mabel grew up on a farm in Zion, Illinois. Her life was animated by her faith in God. She was a Sunday school teacher and church pianist and was blessed with a bright soprano voice and was a ready soloist when opportunities came. She had an easy laugh and was loved and admired by those who knew her. A quilt-maker, pie baker and lover of “good music,” she leaves a legacy of love and gentle goodness to her family and friends. Survivors include her children: Ardyth (William Peterson); Stephany (Howard Hull); Richard (Nancy); and Donald (Brenda), 21 grandchildren, 49 great grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren. She was a beloved matriarch. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Stephen, son, Douglas, and his wife, Connie and grandson, Eric Ball, son of Donald and Brenda. A memorial service is scheduled for Thursday, December 29 at 1 p.m. Covenant Village of Northbrook, Town Hall, 2625 Techny Road , Northbrook, Illinois 60062.