Elmer Ballard

Elmer Joe Ballard, 71 of Fairfield, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2023. He was born Sept. 28, 1952, in Waco to Buddy and Peggy Hawkins Ballard. He graduated from Teague High School Class of 1971. He married the love of his life, Patti Stroud on Feb. 22, 1972. Elmer was a Master Electrician holding a master electrical license and HVAC class A and was self-employed for 35-plus years selling his…