Luke Joseph Ballmann

Luke Joseph Ballmann, 59, of Gravette, Arkansas, passed away Thursday, October 22, 2026.

Luke was born on November 10, 1966, in Maquoketa, Iowa. He was the son of Marvin Ballmann and Bertha Empen Ballmann. Luke was a rancher who raised cattle. He enjoyed his solitude working on the farm. He loved family, especially his nieces and nephews. Luke was always ready to lend a hand and enjoyed helping people.

He was preceded in death by his father.

He is survived by his mother, Bertha Ballmann of Gravette; three brothers, Eddie Ballmann of Jay, Oklahoma, Festus Ballman and wife Karla of Jay, Oklahoma and Pete Ballmann of Pittsford, Michigan; one sister, Diane Graham and husband Kevin of Gravette; along with other family members and friends.

Per his wishes cremation was chosen and no services are planned.

Backstrom-Pyeatte Funeral Home of Siloam Springs, AR is honored and privileged to be handling all final arrangements.