Karen Ballard (nee LeCount) Beloved wife of Steve Ballard. Loving mother of Peyton Ballard. Devoted daughter of the late James L. LeCount and Susan Dreher-LeCount (nee Lassiter). Dear sister of Paula LeCount and Jeff (Kelly) LeCount. Loving aunt of Nate, Oliver, Sam and David. Also survived by many loving aunts, uncles and friends. Daughter-in-law of Carol Thaxton. Passed away suddenly September 25, 2019. Age 43 years. Visitation Monday 5-8 P.M. in the multi purpose room at Seton High School, 3901 Glenway Ave. Funeral Mass Tuesday 11:00 A.M. at Our Lady of Victory Church, 810 Neeb Rd., Cincinnati, Ohio 45233. Family and friends are invited to the Wishbone Tavern on Delhi Pike following the funeral service on Tuesday to continue the celebration of Karen's life. In lieu of flowers, donations are requested for the benefit of Peyton. Donations can be made at any 5/3rd Bank c/o The Memorial Account For Peyton Ballard. Envelopes will also be available at the services. Please make checks payable to The Memorial Account for Peyton Ballard.