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Frederick Ballone Obituary

Frederick L. Ballone, 66, of Maple Avenue, died peacefully on Tuesday at the Inn at St. Peter's Hospice, with his family by his side. Fred was born in Schenectady on April 28, 1943, the son of Tecla Bettina Ballone and the late Louis Ballone. He graduated from the former Linton High School, class of 1961. He was employed for many years as a driver for Central Brown Taxi Company. He was an avid football and baseball fan. He is survived by his beloved wife, Karen Adams Ballone, whom he married May 6, 1997; daughters, Kristin Ballone, Nicole Frye, the late Pamela Ballone; siblings, Sally Ragizzino and her companion, Stan of Merritt Island, FL, Louis and JoAnne Ballone of St. Petersburg, FL, and Donna Ballone of Schenectady; grandchildren, Regina, Brandon, Briana and Jackie; mother and father-in-law, Gerrie and Archie Adams of West Virginia; sister-in-laws, Kathy Freetage and Ann Hester of Ohio; several aunts, uncles cousins, nieces and nephews. Services will be held Thursday evening at 7 p.m. at the Rossi & Ditoro Funeral Home, Union at N. Jay Streets, with the Fr. Dominic Isopo officiating. Relatives and friends are invited and may call at the Rossi & Ditoro Funeral Home on Thursday evening from 4 to 7 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Community Hospice of Schenectady, 1411 Union Street, Schenectady, NY 12308.

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Published by The Daily Gazette Co. on Jun. 3, 2009.

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Brandon Ballone

June 5, 2009

Hi everyone,

I am Freddy's grandson, Brandon. I wanted to leave a post saying that this guestbook lasts for a month and so I made a website off my college website, so everyone who wants to leave a comment and have it last forever can. The link is below. Thanks for showing your respect and it means a lot to my family and to my grandpa. Here is the link if you would like to leave a comment or statement to my grandpa.

http://people.rit.edu/bab6172/FredoB/

Thanks,

Brandon

Jim Baker

June 5, 2009

Fred was one of the most loyal friends anyone could have. He was as tough as nails, yet he had a heart as big as all outdoors! Fred was one of five of us who traveled from Sch'dy to Hudson Falls to play semi-pro football for the Greenjackets. Only two of us are left! Fred, say hello to Tony K. and Bob Hickey for Bob Pelkey & I and keep a spot open for us on the Big Guy's team up there. I love ya, brother! God Bless and bring peace to the Ballone family.
Fred's friend & team-mate, Jim Baker

June 4, 2009

My heart goes out to the family and many friends of Fred Ballone. I consider myself fortunate to have known Fred and Karen. Iwiil miss them when icome home for the summers.I know that he suffeers no more and for that I am grateful. Just know in our hearts he was loved. God bless and love to the family.love.terryand 'the bandito'

Richie Bianchi

June 4, 2009

Memories are what we have in this life, and we go back to childhood. I"ll always be a friend of your family and think of the past.May GOD give you all peace.

Michael,Louise & family Crosland

June 3, 2009

Fred was a good man and a great friend he would do anything for anyone he will be miss by everyone. He was a wonderful uncle and our kids will miss him very much.And we love him.

Louis Ballone

June 3, 2009

Fred I will miss talking to you and hearing your raspy voice.You were a great big brother.May your journey be a happy one. Louie

Frank & Janet Polomaine

June 3, 2009

Fred was a bother to a very good friend of mine he will be very much missed by everyone who new him , he was not only a great Husband and father he was a super guy to all that new. We hope he is now resting in peace.

sally ragozzino

June 3, 2009

I will miss you very much I will never
forget my big brother

Lavina Burgess

June 3, 2009

Karen, Donna, Louie, Sally, Teck & Family... We are so sorry to hear about Fred. I've known most of you all sence Donna had graduated from high school, you all were like family to me. You've always made me part of your life also. There were lots of good memorie's and they will stay close to my heart.
Fred...you are now with your dad and Pam, they will be sitting down watching their favorite games, with you next to them. God bless you Fred, you are now at peace, and peace be with you!
Karen, may your days be filled with loving memorie's, and take care of yourself, this is the time to be with family and friend's!
Donna, Sally and Louie... my prayer's go out to you all, and knowing... Fred's love will be lingering on for everyone who touched his very soul!
God bless you Fred, you will be missed by many!
Lavina & Brian

robert small

June 3, 2009

fred was a good guy. always nice to me. bob. fellow taxi driver.

Jim Bettini

June 3, 2009

Marie and I send our deepest condolences to all. I get Donna's message off my office voice mail today. I am traveling until next week so I will not see the family as I would have liked.
God Bless to all....
Respectfully
Cousin Jim and Marie Bettini

Brandon Ballone

June 3, 2009

Hi Grandpa,
I hope you know that you have always been my idol and I have always thought of you as a great grandpa. My inspiration for going to college was you and mommy, you guys kept me going. It has been a honor to be your grandson and I will be honored to keep on your name. I love you grandpa and say hi to mommy for me.

william richmond

June 3, 2009

sorry fred was a good guy

Gina Robinson

June 3, 2009

We will miss you Uncle Fred! You fought a tough battle, now you are in peace. Love you

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