Ballard

Vivian Schenker Ballard, 60, ended her struggle with aplastic anemia in Austin on June 15, 2020.

Vivian was smart, stubborn, feisty, strong, loving, and generous. She lives on in the hearts of those who fought by her side for justice, education, and equality, and in the hearts of many who benefited from her boundless hospitality and compassion.

Survivors include her husband, James (Jimi) Ballard and daughter, Miriam (Mimi) Ballard of Austin; daughter, Rachel Ballard of Seoul, South Korea; mother, Joan Schenker and sister, Rebecca Schenker of La Grange; sister, Melissa Schenker of Austin; niece, Desmond Magness and nephew, Aaron Matlock.

She was preceded in death by her father, Henry Schenker.

During this time of COVID-19, graveside services at the cemetery of Austin’s Congregation Beth Israel are being limited to the immediate family.