Loss
I am saddened tonight to find out about the loss of one of the greatest men I knew growing up. John Ballenger, the father of two of my best friends, passed away yesterday morning after a valiant struggle with Mesothelioma. If you are friends with the Ballengers, I am sure they would appreciate your support in this trying time. Below is information about the memorial service this weekend.
Saturday October 8th
4PM at St. Luke’s Church
Location/Directions
October 6th, 2005 at 2:28 pm
My sympathies go out to Chip and James Ballenger as well as the rest of the Ballenger family.
This is a sad loss, Mr. Ballenger will be missed.
October 6th, 2005 at 2:51 pm
Farewell, John. Until we meet again
Mr. John Ballenger personified the principles of Scouting. I am proud to have camped with him and to call him my friend. He had a great influence on me and the boys we led together.
YIS,
Hynson Marvel
October 6th, 2005 at 5:10 pm
My condolences go out to the Ballenger family. James, Chip, and Mrs. Ballenger my prayers are with you. Mr. Ballenger defined respectability. I will always remember him as a gentleman camper who taught me how to coexist with nature by creating a comfortable environment. He will be remembered fondly whenever I think of Troop 654.
October 6th, 2005 at 9:03 pm
Wow, I see the word is starting to spread. It makes me happy to see the kind words everyone is expressing about Mr. Ballenger. There is no question that everyone who knew him thought very highly of him. He will be greatly missed.