Don Ballard
American politician (1927–2019)
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William Donaldson Ballard (March 15, 1927 – July 2, 2019) was an American politician in the state of Georgia.
BornWilliam Donaldson Ballard
March 15, 1927
March 15, 1927
Newton County, Georgia, U.S.
DiedJuly 2, 2019 (aged 92)
Newton County, Georgia, U.S.
SpouseMary McCullogh
W.D. (Don) Ballard | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Georgia State Senate from the 45th district | |
| In office 1971–1982 | |
| Member of the Georgia House of Representatives | |
| In office 1957–1965 | |
| In office 1967–1970 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | William Donaldson Ballard March 15, 1927 Newton County, Georgia, U.S. |
| Died | July 2, 2019 (aged 92) Newton County, Georgia, U.S. |
| Party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Mary McCullogh |
| Children | 6 |
| University of Georgia | |
| Occupation | Lawyer |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance |  United States |
| Branch/service |  United States Navy |
Years of service | 1944–1946 |
| Battles/wars | World War II |
During World War II, Ballard served in the United States Navy as a demolition expert aboard the LST-1076.[1][2]
Ballard attended the University of Georgia and was an attorney.[3] In 2012, Ballard marked 60 years of active law practice.[1]
Ballard died July 2, 2019.[2]
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