Lawrence K. Ball, 83 of Revere beloved husband of Phyllis (Feldman) Ball died Tuesday December 19th, 2017 at the Chelsea Soldiers Home surrounded by his family. Born in Chelsea, he was the son of the late Lawrence and Catherine Ball. He was raised and educated in Chelsea and a graduate of Chelsea High School. Larry was a veteran of the United States Army, and was employed by Tufts University as director of physical plant. He was a loving husband, father, brother and grandfather who will be deeply missed. Larry is survived by his children Audrey Ball Alberts of Revere, Doug Ball and his wife Amy Tonkonogy of Newton his sisters Carole Harz, Brenda Grasso both of NJ, Donna Esposito of FL. and his grandchildren Victoria Alberts, Jonathan Ball, Zachary and Shaun Ball, Graham Ball Tonkonogy & great grandchildren Dominic & Christopher Ball. He was predeceased by his brother John Ball. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, December 27th at 11AM at Temple Beth Avodah 45 Puddingstone Lane, Newton, MA 02459. Contributions in his memory may be made to the Chelsea Soldiers Home 91 Crest Ave. Chelsea, MA 02150 or Care Dimensions 75 Sylvan St. Danvers, MA 01923. Assisting the family with arrangements is the Torf Funeral Service 151 Washington Ave. Chelsea, MA 02150. For guest book www.torffuneralservice.com