Still Here
Portrait of George Herman Ballou
In Eternal Memory

George Herman Ballou

1947 — 2026

Charles Town, WV

George Herman Ballou, born on February 20, 1947, in South Boston, Virginia, to the late Kit Ballou and Marie Marable Ballou, passed away peacefully on March 11, 2026, in Martinsburg, West Virginia. A man of wit, wisdom, and remarkable handiness, George lived a life defined by quiet dedication and steadfast service to those he loved. In his later years he made his home in Charles Town, West Virginia, where he remained surrounded by family and the gardens he tended with such care.

His warmth, humor, and practical skill left a lasting impression on everyone who knew him. George’s greatest joy came from his family, and he is remembered for the laughter he shared, the love he gave, and the beauty he created in the world around him. He leaves behind a legacy that will continue to live on in the hearts of all those who were fortunate enough to be part of his life.

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