| Recent Address: |
Grand Rapids, MI |
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| Family Info: |
Parents: Walter and Pearl |
| Hometown: |
East Lansing, MI |
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| Service Number: |
O-663459 |
| Bomb Group: |
40th |
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| Squadron: |
Originally 395th, then 45th |
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Distinguished Flying Cross, Air Medal with Oak Leaf Cluster |
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| Rank Upon Discharge: |
Captain |
| Crew Type: |
Flight crew |
| Airplane Serial No.& Name: |
42-6240 - Hap's Hope; 42-6276 - Black Magic; 42-6303 - Typhoon McGoon III |
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Mr. Ball passed away December 19, 2000. He is buried at Deepdale Memorial Park, Delta Township, MI. |
