Donald W. Balch
Died: June 5, 2012 | Place: Victoria Hospital
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BALCH, Donald W…..
Passed away peacefully at Victoria Hospital, London on Tuesday, June 5, 2012, Donald “Don” W. Balch in his 81st year, went to be with his Lord and Saviour. Beloved husband of Shirley M. (Anderson) Balch for 55 years. Dear father of Jeff Balch and his wife Sylvia of London, Dan Balch and his wife Gail of Lobo, and Nancy Balch of London. Cherished papa of Brittany, Stephanie, Jason, Lorelee, Casie, Lucas, Amber, Ashley, and Jared and great-grandpa of Mckenna, Jacy, Jocelyn, Paris, Zander, and Zeke. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his brothers Kenneth, John and Arthur and his sister Margaret Koenig. Retired from London Life, after many years of dedicated service. Don was a Scout Master, and an active member of Patient Partners in Arthritis Program – London. He was a contributing member of Hillside Church (Wortley Baptist) for many years. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 and 7-9pm on Sunday, June 10, 2012, at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The memorial service will be held at Hillside Church, 250 Commissioners Road East, London, on Monday, June 11, 2012 at 1pm, with Reverend Robert W. Wilson officiating. Private family interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to London Youth For Christ, 254 Adelaide Street South, London, ON N5Z 3L1 or Key Bible Clubs, 28-980 Adelaide Street South, London, ON N6E 1R3 Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com
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It is hard for me to be sad when thinking of Don, as every memory I have of him is a happy one. His cheerful encouragement (and terrible jokes!)were a joy to me whenever I got together with him. Even though we will miss him for a little while, I pray that the knowledge that we will be joining him in the Father’s home, where sorrow and pain are no more, will allow us to give thanks even in these difficult times.
Shirley Please pass on to all your family our sympathy. Remember that someday you will meet him again. We remember the years in CSB together at Wortley. Especially we remember the years of the CSB Camp at Canbay where Katie cooked and Don organized the programme. I remember serving him his tea each morning, We have many fond memories as I’m sure you have too. We are sorry that we cannot attend the service on Monday as we will be in Oakville visiting our newest great grandson. May God give the comfort you all will need at this time. With our C hristian lobve Ken and Katie
Good Saturday Morning Shirley & Balch Family: I have just heard that Don has gone to be with the Lord. Oh Happy Day! At last his headches and pain are all gone. He has certainly left a void in our world, but what memories he has left us with! I loved his smile and wry wit. Teaching the medical personnel in London has been more than a pleasure in my life….like a realy honour to have spent those precious hours with Don. He was my mentor and friend and I was truly blessed to have shared my life with him. What a fine example of Christ’s love.
Shirley, he had a gentle, never waivering love for you and sparkled in the thought that 55 years of life had passed in that Holy Love with You. Please hug each other for me,
God Bless You, Love,
Vicki Jones
XXXOOO!
Dear Shirley & Family Please accept our deepest sympathy on the death of your dear husband and father.Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Sincerely Betty & Lita
Uncle Don…last of his generation of Balch siblings, but by far with the best humour. Will miss his happy personality. Condolences to Shirley and the family. He always had to have his dessert first when younger, because he was afraid he would miss out. So Uncle Don, you can eat all the desserts in Heaven and tell jokes to the folks you have joined there. We can almost hear the laughter already.
My friend, Nancy…your dad was “one of a kind”. I’m sure God smiled that day He created him and this joy shone through your dad’s own smile all the days of his life. How thankful you must be for the gift of your dad and the hope you can have now for a reunion yet to come. Aside from his smile and genuinely caring way with everyone he met, I think the thing I’ll remember most about him was the thing that ALWAYS made ME smile…his ears…his uniquely talented independently moving ears. How DID he do that? Please give your mom a hug for me until I see her to deliver it myself. You will remain in my thoughts and prayers in the days ahead. Hugs…Donna
Hard to believe that it was 25 years ago that I had the good fortune of working with Don at London Life. What a wonderful leader, I feel blessed to have known him and to work with him. What a wealth of knowledge, not only for work but for life, I learned so much from him. He certainly is in good hands. Shirley and family our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Shirley, we just heard of Don’s passing and our condolences are with you and the familly. Bless you dear one, he is fondly remembered.