About Pat Ballard
Lived 1899 – 1960 (aged 61). Pat Ballard was an American composer and songwriter.
Pat Ballard, born Francis Drake Ballard (June 19, 1899 – October 26, 1960 ), was an American songwriter, producer, music editor and author.
Life He was born in Troy, Pennsylvania, to Frank Ballard, a jeweller-optician, and Lucille, a soprano. He was the great-great-grandson of Orrin P. Ballard, one of the pioneers of the region.
He was married to Hilda Gramlich, a dress designer. He died of a cardiac arrest at the Medical Arts Centre in New York City, New York, in 1960.
Songs He composed a number of songs with the most popular being "Mr. Sandman" and "(Oh Baby Mine) I Get So Lonely".
He was a member of the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers.
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Who was Pat Ballard?
American composer (1899-1960)
When was Pat Ballard born?
Pat Ballard was born on 19 June 1899 in Troy.
When did Pat Ballard die?
Pat Ballard died on 26 October 1960 in New York City.
What was Pat Ballard's occupation?
Pat Ballard was a composer and songwriter.
What nationality was Pat Ballard?
Pat Ballard was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Pat Ballard. https://biography.guide/pat-ballard/
MLA: "Pat Ballard." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/pat-ballard/.
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