Jeanne Ballator Newman

She is preceded in death by her parents John and Nada Ballator, and her younger sister Mary Jo Ballator.

She is survived by her loving daughter Neilly Carolyn Newman, sister Nada Ballator Staddon, son-in-law David Snyder, two grandsons Ayrton and William, as well as nieces Debbie Lindes, Jessica Staddon, Woozalia Staddon, Melissa Elyard and nephew David Lindes.

A graduate of Andrew Louis High School and Hollins University, where her father was chairman of the art department; her favorite college memory being the year spent in Paris in 1959 with the Hollins Abroad program with her father and sisters. She spent the latter part of her career working as Senior Financial and Management Analyst at Stanford University, School of Medicine, until she retired in 2008. Everyone who met Jeanne always commented on her kindness and warmth, along with her generosity of time.

Jeanne loved to cook, play mahjong, sing in various choirs, and especially spending time with her grandchildren playing games, sharing meals, and going to movies. She also always enjoyed time with her many friends. She dedicated much of her time to animal rescue organizations, especially those helping Akitas, her favorite breed.

She will be greatly missed by many but most of all by her daughter Neilly, son-in-law David, and grandchildren Ayrton and Will.

Jeanne's family will have a small, private service in AZ on her birthday, June 22nd, this year. Her ashes will be scattered along with her dear sister Mary Jo's afterward in AZ.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Our Lady of Peace Hospice in St. Paul, Minnesota or an animal rescue near and dear to your own heart.