Elder Teddy R. Ball
Elder Ball, served several churches in the heart of Appalachia for many years. He was a very well thought of man and he was very dutiful in his calling. Elder Ball served as moderator of the Mates Creek Association for many years. His name is often mentioned during meetings in and around the Kentucky and Virginia areas still to this day. He was highly respected and admired for his staunch defense of the truth. Elder Ball was indeed an Old Line Primitive Baptist.
*Editors Note: The bible that Elder Ball is holding in the photograph is a photographers prop, Elder Ball preferred to use the KJV Bible in his studies and sermons.