John Ballard Kingrea

John Ballard Kingrea died Monday, Nov. 10, 2008, at his home. Memorial service: 11 a.m. Saturday at First United Methodist Church of Springtown. John was a driver for Mark of Excellence Corp. and worked part time for Magic Etc/Fort Worth Costume. Previously, he had worked several years in the audio/video industry. John attended Springtown schools and graduated from the Art Institute of Dallas with a degree in audio/video and music production. He was a self-taught musician and professional magician. He loved entertaining and making people laugh. He was a very loving son and father and will be missed by all who knew him. Mr. Kingrea was preceded in death by his grandparents, Myrle and Audrey Gamble of Springtown and Mary and Byron Kingrea. Survivors: Parents, Jan and Jim Kingrea of Azle; sons, Alex, 13, and Aaron, 7, of Fort Worth; and a host of other relatives and friends.White's Funeral Home Springtown, 817-220-7111