The Rev. Jose A. Ballester died on June 7, 2023, at the age of 71 (1951-2023).

Jose is survived by his wife Susan Ballester; son Daniel Ballester; daughters Elizabeth Ballester, and Kathy Noonan; five grandchildren: Olivia, Maeve, Ariana, Ella, and Javi; his sister Nilda Core; as well as seven nieces and eight nephews.

A celebration of Jose’s life will take place at 10 am on Tuesday, June 13, 2023, at the Old Ship Church, 14 Main Street, Hingham MA 02043.

Memorial donations may be made to the World Central Kitchen. UURMaPA will contribute to the UUMA Endowment Fund in honor of our colleague’s ministry.

Notes of condolence can be sent to Susan Ballester & Family, 95 Parkview St. #108, South Weymouth MA 02190.

A more complete obituary will be forthcoming after biographical research has been completed. If any readers would wish to contribute information or reminiscences, we would welcome them. Please send them to UURMaPA’s clergy obituary editor, Jay Atkinson – jayatk40@gmail.com.