BALLARD, MARY W.

On January 14, 2007, MARY W. BALLARD, Poet; Hold back the night, For this is the time I must sleep and dream of yesteryear's old forgotten plans and hopes. Briefly awakening, is that music I hear? But where? So, back to sleep and dream. Now awakening again, I can see where the music is coming from. The old clown, the witch and the ghost have come out of their hiding places for just one last dance. I, too, think I will join them this time. Family will receive friends Friday, 10 A.M. to 12 P.M. at HARRY H. WITZKE'S FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, INC., 4112 Old Columbia Pike, Ellicott City, where a funeral service will be held at 12 P.M. Interment Lorraine Park Cemetery.