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Rae BALSTER Obituary
Rae Ann Balster, nee: Swinderman, of Appleton, Wisconsin, formerly from Dayton, OH. Passed October 2, 2020, at age of 77 years. Funeral Services are expected to be held in late spring 2021 due to the Coronavirus.
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Julia Weber
November 2, 2020
Rae Ann and I were classmates at Good Sam. I have fond memories of those years. She was very nice and a lot of fun. I have kept up with her through Mary Lynn. May your wonderful memories give you peace.
Ajay Khanolkar
October 13, 2020
Mark & Cheryl, We are extending our deepest sympathy to you during this tough time. Our prayers and blessings are with you. Regards, Ajay & Sadhana
Theresa Grosser
October 12, 2020
I am so sorry to hear about your mom. In spite of moving from Appleto in 1973, Rae and I had kept in contact at Christmas. I even got to spend time with her here in Duluth.
Your mom was a lovely person who was so easy to be with. I enjoyed our shared parenting days when we lived in your backyard and always found her someone I could be at home with.
My heart goes out to all of you on her death and your fathers. He was a fishing companion of my husbands.
Prayer for all of you that your wonderful memories will bring warm smiles into your hearts.
Theresa Grosser
Faye Binsfeld
October 10, 2020
I am so very sorry to learn of Rae's passing. She was a warm and loving volunteer at Leaven, which is how I came to know her. I know her family will carry her legacy of care and involvement forward, with fond memories that eventually will bring comfort. She made a difference! With sympathy.
Judy Bowler Walton
October 9, 2020
Dear Lisa, Mark, Tracie and Kellie, your mom was one of the most genuine, sweet persons I've ever known. Her warm smile and friendly voice were always a joy, and we spent many hours in happy conversation with one another. We came to Appleton at the same time under the same circumstances and my family enjoyed being at your house a lot until we moved away. You have my sincere sympathy over the loss of your wonderful, loving mother.
Mary Ann
October 9, 2020
Dear Family,
God Bless your dear parents and be with you during this most difficult time!
Debby Sharkey
October 8, 2020
Rae Ann took an interest in any of us she met. Lisa, your work family is thinking of you in your time of grief. We're sorry for your loss.
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