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Ballard and Sons Funeral Homes Ballard and Sons provides exceptional care and service for families in their time of need whether it be a traditional service or a cremation service. Mr.

We’re here to serve you. George and Dorothea Ballard came to Middletown in 1949. George had worked for many years as a Funeral Director at Stanley Mortuary and V.T.Davis Funeral Home in New Castle. Dorothea had been director of Nursing Services at Henry County Hospital. They purchased the Ralph Niblock Funeral Home on Columbia Avenue in Middletown. They soon moved into a partnership with Raymond C. Shirey and purchased the Forrest Fisher Funeral home at 118 South 5th in 1951. This had also been known as the Davis St. John Mortuary. Shirey had been in business for many years in Daleville working with his father-in-law, Wilbur Polhemus at the Polhemus and Shirey Mortuary at 8212 South Walnut Street. The partnership prospered and in 1972, George and Dorothea purchased the assets of Mr. Shirey shortly before his death. In 1985, the name was changed to Ballard and Sons Funeral Homes with the inclusion of both sons entering the business; Jon in 1977 and Marty in 1980. To this day, the Ballard's have maintained the local tradition of funeral service in the area with clean and updated facilities and a caring desire to assist families. Both sons' give much credit for their high standard of care they demand in the profession to their parents who created a ministry of personal care by reaching out to the community, the way the community had reached out to them.

🎃Join us this Saturday, October 17 from 10am-2pm for our first ever Pumpkin Giveaway! 🎃This will be held in the parking ...
10/14/2026

🎃Join us this Saturday, October 17 from 10am-2pm for our first ever Pumpkin Giveaway! 🎃

This will be held in the parking lot of our Middletown location, 118 S. 5th Street.

Everyone is welcome! Pumpkins are reserved for the first 100 children ages 15 or younger and must have an adult present. Children may also enter their name for a chance to win a custom built bicycle by Poynter Bros in New Castle.

🍁Come celebrate the beautiful fall season with us and have some c***r and donuts. 🍂

Happy Birthday, U.S. Navy! ⚓October 13 is a day to recognize generations of sailors and the proud tradition of service t...
10/13/2026

Happy Birthday, U.S. Navy! ⚓
October 13 is a day to recognize generations of sailors and the proud tradition of service they represent.
If you or someone you love served in the Navy, share their name below so we can recognize them. 🇺🇸

Nancy Grace HumphreyNancy Grace Humphrey, 66, of Lapel, passed away surrounded by her loving family on October 11, 2026....
10/13/2026

Nancy Grace Humphrey

Nancy Grace Humphrey, 66, of Lapel, passed away surrounded by her loving family on October 11, 2026. She was born on November 26, 1959, in Anderson to the late Lawrence and Eleanor (Cayton) Whitehead. Affectionately known as “Nanny”, Nancy will be remembered as a woman of strength, spirit, and deep devotion to the people she loved. She was a very hard worker, someone who did what needed to be done, especially for her family. While raising her children, she held...

View Nancy Grace Humphrey's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

Honoring strength. Sharing support. 💗On October 13, we recognize those living with metastatic breast cancer and the love...
10/13/2026

Honoring strength. Sharing support. 💗
On October 13, we recognize those living with metastatic breast cancer and the loved ones walking beside them.
Leave a 💗 to show your support.

Betty Jane FlynnBetty Jane Flynn, 81, of Middletown, passed away on October 11, 2026, surrounded by her family. She was ...
10/12/2026

Betty Jane Flynn

Betty Jane Flynn, 81, of Middletown, passed away on October 11, 2026, surrounded by her family. She was born on April 27, 1945, in New Castle, to the late Carl and Ruth (Marlatt) Chew. Betty will be remembered as a woman of warmth, spirit, and many simple joys that brought happiness to those around her. She was a 1963 graduate of Lewisville High School, where she was a cheerleader and participated in 4-H baking during her school years. She grew...

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A Plan Today Can Bring Peace of Mind Tomorrow.You don't need every answer before you begin. Preplanning can start with o...
10/12/2026

A Plan Today Can Bring Peace of Mind Tomorrow.
You don't need every answer before you begin. Preplanning can start with one conversation and one decision at a time.
Have you ever talked about funeral wishes with your family? YES or NOT YET?

Trusted Care When You Need It Most.When a loss occurs, families shouldn't have to figure everything out on their own. Co...
10/09/2026

Trusted Care When You Need It Most.
When a loss occurs, families shouldn't have to figure everything out on their own. Compassionate guidance can make a difficult time a little easier.
Finish this sentence: “When my family needs help, I want someone who ______.”

Guidance, Not Guesswork.Funeral planning involves more behind the scenes than most people realize. Families deserve clea...
10/07/2026

Guidance, Not Guesswork.
Funeral planning involves more behind the scenes than most people realize. Families deserve clear answers and someone to walk beside them through each step.
When it comes to funeral planning, would you rather plan ahead or leave the decisions to your family? Tell us below.

Healing Doesn't Follow a Calendar.Grief can show up months or even years later—in a song, a familiar smell, a holiday or...
10/05/2026

Healing Doesn't Follow a Calendar.
Grief can show up months or even years later—in a song, a familiar smell, a holiday or an ordinary Tuesday.
What's something small that brings back a good memory of someone you miss?

Real People. Real Care.Funeral service is personal. Families deserve people who will listen, understand and care for the...
10/02/2026

Real People. Real Care.
Funeral service is personal. Families deserve people who will listen, understand and care for them like neighbors.
Small towns do community differently. How many years have you called your community home?

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118 S 5th Street
Middletown, IN
47356

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