Harold Wayne Ballou
January 10, 1943 ~ December 16, 2025
Harold Wayne Ballou, of Denison, TX passed away on December 16, 2025, in Denison, TX.
Harold was born in Denison, TX. To Mamie and Hayston Ballou on January 10, 1943. He graduated from Denison High School, class of 1961, earned a Bachelor of Science in Education from Oklahoma Christian College, earned his Master of Education at Southeastern Oklahoma State University.
Harold retired from Denison ISD with 35 years working in education. His many roles included teacher, coach, school counselor and assistant principal. Harold loved each one of his students, hoping to impact their daily lives with his kindness and compassion.
Harold’s family includes his wife of 61 years, Mary Beth (Chilton) Ballou, 3 daughters, Tomi Smith, Traci Bush and Laura Alvarado, grandchildren, Kaci Bush Moyer, Bryant Smith, Grant Smith and David Alvarado, son’s-in-law, Bart Bush, Bryan Smith and David Alvarado, brothers, Stanley Ballou and his wife, Melba, Ronald Ballou and his wife Patricia. Harold was preceded in death by his parents, Mamie and Hayston Ballou, daughter, Tomi Smith, brother, Stanley Ballou and sister-in-law, Melba Ballou.
A private burial will be held at Cedarlawn Memorial Park.
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One of my favorite teachers! He was wonderful! Praying for your family!
So sorry for your loss. I know he is looking forward to being with Tomi again. Blessings to you all as you try to get use to life without Harold.
Love you all.
Pat
So many memories from Lynn street, when our families lived across the street from each other, come flooding back… too many to count but I fondly remember the summer that it hadn’t rained in months and when it finally did rain, Harold dancing in his driveway in the pouring down rain…. our families will be forever intertwined in my memories. My deepest condolences to Mary Beth, Traci and Laura.
I’ll always think of him as “Coach Ballou” from our Jr High Tennis Team. He was always so encouraging, patient and had a smile on his face. He was definitely a positive influence to so many young people throughout his teaching & coaching career…one of those that stick with you throughout your life. He made his mark on this world and now has heaped the great reward…to be with his Lord for eternity. You all are in my thoughts & prayers.
I am so sad to hear of his passing. I remember him being kind, funny, and relatable, and will always have wonderful memories of him.
Sending prayers of comfort, peace, and strength to all of you during this difficult time.
Heaven got a good one. I remember him to be a really good man. God bless you all 🙏
Such great memories of our time spent together as our girls were growing up. James had some good times on the golf course with Harold and Haston. We especially enjoyed our time worshipping together at Central in the 1980s. Love this family and pray for their comfort.
Condolences to the family
Harold was a great guy..
He will be missed.
We are deeply sorry to hear about Harold. May he rest in peace and may God give your family strength during this sad time.
A great Man, my teacher and my coach, ❤️❤️ get your rest sir
So sorry for your loss. I have many great memories of Harold and the entire family from our time worshipping together for many years at Central church of Christ. Praying for comfort and strength for the family that only God can provide.
My football coach in 1973, Bells high school, always friendly and a great guy to play for, rest in peace coach Ballou
Classmate and friend, all who knew Harold were surely blessed. I know I was
even living miles apart for many years. RIP my friend.
He was a top notch principal. Always fair, kind and understanding. RIP Mr Ballou