Edward Ed? Franklin Ball Jonesboro Edward Ed Franklin Ball, 71, died Friday, February 27, 2009 at his residence. Ed was born September 11, 1937 in Macey. He was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Amanda (Harrell) Ball. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Carolyn Jo (Woodsmall) Ball of the home; two sons, Ken Ball of Stuttgart and Russell Ball of Heber Springs; three grandchildren, Aaron Ball of Little Rock and Jessica and Alyssa...