Richard Ball (Michigan politician)

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

Richard J. Ball

O.D., Ph.D, FAAO
Member of the Michigan House of Representatives
from the 85th district
In office
January 1, 2005 – December 31, 2010
Preceded byLarry Julian
Succeeded byBen Glardon
Personal details
Born (1932-05-08) May 8, 1932
Owosso, Michigan
DiedSeptember 7, 2019
Political partyRepublican
Spouse(s)Connie
ResidenceLaingsburg, Michigan
Military service
AllegianceUnited States of America
Branch/serviceUnited States Army

He received a doctorate in visual experimental psychology from Michigan State University, and an optometry degree from Ohio State University in 1955. Dr. 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]

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


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