John Ball

1756–1809

Pioneer settler of Lee County, Revolutionary soldier, juror, and surveyor. Helped select road from Martins Station to Cumberland Gap. Buried south of here at mouth of the cave. His wife was “Polly” Yearly. His great-grandson, P. M. Ball (1837–1927), was a Confederate Soldier.

Marker is on Daniel Boone Trail (Business U.S. 58) just west of County Route 684, on the right when traveling west.