nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother Carl. The memorial funeral service for Mr. Ballinger will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, January 26th at First Christian Church ~ Disciples of Christ. The Rev. David Yonker will officiate. A private family inurnment will be held in Greenwood Cemetery. The family will receive friends for one hour prior to the memorial service. The Masonic Rite will be held at 10:00 a.m. A memorial has been established for the University of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital. According to his wishes, cremation has been entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel.