Susan "Sue" Jean (Schenck) Ball

Susan (Sue) Schenck Ball

Susan Jean Ball, age 79, of Hibbing, passed away on November 10, 2025, with Robert and their precious dog, Peanut, at her side.

Sue was born on June 4, 1946, to James Henry Schenck and Ruth Linnea (Dahlquist) Schenck in Hibbing. Sue graduated from Hibbing High School in 1964, and attended Hibbing VoTech, learning banking skills. She later attended the University of Minnesota Duluth and achieved vocational teaching licensure.

Sue was a trusted employee of 1st National Bank in Hibbing for fifteen years and became head teller. She taught at Hibbing Area Vocational and Technical College for five years. She was the member service representative at Wings Financial for 15 years, retiring in 2012. Sue was a travel agent for Francis Travel and was employed by Manny’s Shopper in the accounting department.

Sue was active in the Hibbing Centennial Commemoration, the Red Hat Society, the Delta Divas, and the Range Regional Animal Rescue. Sue loved butterflies and had a beloved papillon named Monarch. She also loved flowers, birds, and animals.

Sue sought peace with God, studied His word, and was baptized into Christ on June 4, 2022.

Sue was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Fred Ball of Hibbing; and her brother, Al Schenck of Duluth.

Sue is survived by her long-time companion and, recently, care giver, Robert Wilson; a niece and a nephew; numerous coworkers, church members, and friends.

A celebration of Sue's life will be held on Sunday, December 14, 2025, at the Church of Christ, located at 1513 E. 40th Street, Hibbing, MN 55746. Visitation will begin at 1:00 p.m. and the celebration of life service will be at 2:00 p.m. Refreshments will be served following the celebration.

Memorials preferred to Itasca Hospice and Range Regional Animal Rescue.