Richard_Ball_(Michigan_politician)

Richard Ball (Michigan politician)

Richard Ball (Michigan politician)

American politician (1932–2019)

Richard J. Ball (May 8, 1932 – September 7, 2019) was an American politician who was a Republican member of the Michigan House of Representatives from 2005-2010, representing Shiawassee County and three townships in Clinton County.[1]

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Biography

Richard J. Ball was born in Owosso, Michigan on May 8, 1932. He was an optometrist in Owosso for over 50 years, following the tradition of his father, Dr. L.P. Ball, who practiced in Owosso for 54 years. Dr. Ball received a lifetime achievement award from the Michigan Optometric Association in 2001.[2]

Ball received a doctorate in visual experimental psychology from Michigan State University, and an optometry degree from Ohio State University in 1955. Ball was very active in the formation of the Michigan College of Optometry at Ferris State University. He also served on the Owosso school board for 16 years.[3][4]

Ball died in Byron, Michigan on September 7, 2019, at the age of 87.[5]

References

  1. [1]
    2009-2010 Michigan Manual: State Representative Richard Ball
  2. [2]
    "Dr. Richard Ball gets Lifetime Achievement Award from association". The Argus-Press. 22 February 2001. Retrieved 16 December 2014.
  3. [3]
    OSU College of Optometry Centennial (1914-2014): Notable Alumnus: Richard Ball, OD, PhD, FAAO, Class of 1955
  4. [4]
    House Resolution 347 (2010): A resolution of tribute for the Honorable Richard Ball
  5. [5]
    "Dr. Richard J. Ball". Nelson House Funeral Homes. Retrieved 29 March 2024.


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