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John BALLINGER Obituary
He was born on Dec. 8, 1941, in Hazleton, Pa., was a graduate of the Mining and Mechanical Institute in Freeland, Pa., and Lafayette College in Easton, Pa. A long-term resident of Williamsburg, he was a partner with John Robert Curtis Jr., in The Bookpress Ltd., an antiquarian book business. He also wrote two mystery novels set in Williamsburg, The Williamsburg Forgeries and The Jefferson Letters.
John is survived by his wife, Lisa; two sons, Michael (Lancaster, Pa.) and Kenneth (Wilmington, Del.); and four granddaughters.
In lieu of flowers, please send memorial contributions to Pawsitively Precious Adoptions, 4280 Teakwood Dr., Williamsburg, VA 23188; or Hospice House of Williamsburg, 4445 Powhatan Parkway, Williamsburg, VA 23188.
A memorial gathering, Celebration of a Life: John Ballinger 1941-2010, will be held on Sunday, Aug. 1, from 4 to 6 p.m., at Giuseppe's Italian Restaurant, 5525 Olde Towne Rd., Williamsburg. All are welcome.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.nelsencares.com. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Eric B. Grosfils
July 23, 2010
In the years I knew him John had a knack for reminding those around him how much life has to offer. That's a rare gift, and one he shared freely. I consider myself fortunate to have encountered John when I did, and will always remember him in the way I think he'd have wished, as a kind man with a bearded smile and a twinkle in his eye...
Nancy Rodrigues & Michael Abley
July 21, 2010
The world is a less gentle and funny place tonight. Our sincere condolences to his family, business partner, and friends that he leaves behind.
July 21, 2010
"i'll never forget John calling the bookstore and asking for Tennyson and finding out he was out, then saying "again, you are always running the store does'nt he ever work?" His dry sense of humor would keep me laughing even after hanging up the phone.
Lisa, I know you have such great memories to give you comfort. (Carlie Bertram)
July 21, 2010
John spiced our lives with wit and wisdom for more than thirty years. We miss him, but we will always recall our times with John with joy and smiles. Linda & H. L. Wilson
Chris Shavder
July 21, 2010
I have wonderful memories of working with John Ballinger at the Bookpress, LTD. It was my first job out of college and I learned alot about books and life from John. He was wise and funny and caring. I am very sorry I lost touch with him over the years.
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