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In memory of
Dorothy "Nana" May Ballard
April 2, 1941 - October 1, 2025
Apr 2, 1941 - Oct 1, 2025
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$3,436.00
of $2,500 goal
Obituary
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Dorothy May Ballard, affectionately known as “Dottie” and “Nana” to the many who adored her.
Dorothy was born on April 2, 1941, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Ellen Walker and James May Sr. She grew up in North Philadelphia and graduated from William Penn High School. She had deep roots in the church and sang in the choir alongside her sisters. Together, they shared …
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What were Dorothy's favorite books?
Bible
Financial Literacy
Home Improvement
Bible
Financial Literacy
Home Improvement
Bible
Financial Literacy
Home Improvement
What were Dorothy's favorite ways to spend free time?
Family Holidays
Traveling
Shopping
Family Holidays
Traveling
Shopping
Family Holidays
Traveling
Shopping
What were Dorothy's favorite songs or musical artists?
Gospel music (Shirley Cesar, Clark Sisters & others)
Hand & Line dancing
Tina Tur…
Gospel music (Shirley Cesar, Clark Sisters & others)
Hand & Line dancing
Tina Turner, Patti…
Gospel music (Shirley Cesar, Clark Sisters & others)
Hand & Line dancing
Tina Turner, Patti LaBelle, Michael Jackson…
What causes did Dorothy care about most?
Higher Education & Development
Awareness of Health & Wellness (Depression, High An…
Higher Education & Development
Awareness of Health & Wellness (Depression, High Anxiety, Eat…
Higher Education & Development
Awareness of Health & Wellness (Depression, High Anxiety, Eating Healthy)
Seniors & D…
Timeline
Born
April 2nd, 1941
Passed away
October 1st, 2025
Upper Marlboro, MD
Survived by
Molly Smith
Sister
Tony Thompson
Nephew
Keva Ballard
Granddaughter
Rochelle Stewart
Granddaughter
LaShawn Lancaster
Granddaughter
Keisha Ballard
Granddaughter
Keyana Ballard
Granddaughter
Romona Ballard
Daughter
Dawn Kennedy-Davis
Niece
David Holland
Grandson
Sharon Howard
Daughter
Sharon Ballard
Daughter
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Please consider a donation to "Nana's Memorial Fund".
$3,436.00
of $2,500 goal
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