Steven Allen Ball

Steven Allen Ball of Caro, age 39, passed away on Thursday, August 12, 2021 as the result of injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident. Steve was born August 22, 1981 in Caro to Kim & Sharon (Thompson) Ball and graduated from Caro High School with the class of 2000. He was employed as a dietary aide at the Tuscola County Medical Care Community in Caro for over twelve years before joining Wolverine Human Services in Vassar late last year. While at Wolverine, Steve found his passion in helping kids and felt satisfaction with the difference he was making in their lives. Steve was united in marriage with Maria Valdez on August 27, 2016, and the couple was looking forward to celebrating their fifth anniversary in just a few days. He was a member of Anchor Cove Church in Caro and loved time spent on his motorcycle. He was an avid golfer and was known to quote his favorite comedy movies or sing every lyric to classic rock songs. Steve's greatest joy came from his family, especially his two sons whom he adored. Steve is survived by his loving wife, Maria Ball; two sons, Bryce and Seth Ball of Caro; parents, Kim & Sharon Ball of Caro; siblings, Michael Ball and his wife, Crystal, of Yale, Colleen Hood of Caro; six nieces and nephews, Landon, Lauren, Leah, Derek, Michael, and Issac; mother- and father-in-law, Lauri & Manuel Valdez of Cass City; and best friend and honorary brother, Rob Reinelt of Caro. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 18, 2021 at Anchor Cove Church in Caro with Pastor Dave Wilczynski officiating. The family will be present to receive friends at the Ransford Collon Funeral Home in Caro on Tuesday from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and on Wednesday at the church from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service at 11:00 a.m. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider donations to the family, c/o Maria Ball, 205 West Sherman Street, Caro, MI 48723. Visitation Information Date: Tuesday, August 17, 2021 Time: 3:00 pm End Time: 8:00 pm Ransford Collon Funeral Home Address: 989-673-2175 | Map The family will be present to receive friends at the Ransford Collon Funeral Home in Caro on Tuesday from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and on Wednesday at the church from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service at 11:00 a.m. Service Information Date: Wednesday, August 18, 2021 Time: 11:00 am Anchor Cove Outreach Church Address: Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 18, 2021 at Anchor Cove Church in Caro with Pastor Dave Wilczynski officiating.