Robert Balyeat Obituary

ROBERT BALYEAT

LIMA — Robert L. Balyeat, 85, passed away at 4:05 p.m. on August 28, 2014. Robert was born December 5, 1928 in Van Wert, to Louis and Dortha Neely Balyeat who have preceded him in death. On August 16, 1952 he married Anne M. Spiegel Balyeat in Birmingham, Michigan, who preceded him in death on February 14, 2005.

He graduated from Miami University in 1950 and from The Ohio State University College of Law in 1952. He served on active duty from July 8, 1952 to September 4, 1954, during the Korean War as a legal officer with the Judge Advocate General's Department of the United States Air Force.

Mr. Balyeat began the private practice of law at Lima in October 1954, in association with Richard L. Krabach and Wilbur L. Laibe. He practiced with the firm of Robenalt, Daley, Balyeat Balyeat from 1959 - 1984 and with the firm of Daley, Balyeat, Balyeat Leahy from 1984 until his retirement on December 31, 2002.

He received the Distinguished Service Award as the outstanding young man in Lima in 1960 and served as Prosecuting Attorney of Allen County from 1961 - 1969.

He was appointed Special Counsel by the Attorney General of Ohio to oversee a Special State Grand Jury at Kent State University in 1970, served on the Council of Delegates and Executive Committee and was an honorary life member of the Ohio State Bar Association. He also served as a past lecturer for the Continuing Legal Education program of the Ohio State Bar Association and was a member of the Ohio State Bar Association Foundation. He was a past President of the Junior Chamber of Commerce and the Allen County Bar Association and a life member of the B.P.O.E. Elks Lodge #54.

Survivors include his four children, Michael Balyeat of Italy, Daniel (Sheila) Balyeat of Bend, OR, Andrew (Denise) Balyeat of Bend, OR, and Elizabeth (Aaron) Balyeat of Fredericksburg, VA; ten grandchildren; and his brother, William B. Balyeat of Lima.

He was preceded in death by his brother, David C. Balyeat; and sister, Marcia Leonhardt.

Friends may call Sunday, August 31, 2014 from 3 to 6 pm at CHILES - LAMAN FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES, SHAWNEE CHAPEL. A private family graveside service will take place in Woodland Cemetery, Van Wert. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Humane Society of Allen County. Condolences may be expressed at www.chiles-lamanfh.com.

Published by The Lima News from Aug. 30 to Aug. 31, 2014.
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We are so sorry to hear about Robert Balyeat's Passing. We worked for him for MANY Years as he liked Lowell Culp ,Jr real well . He will be Missed! Culp Tree Service

Lowell Culp , Jr.

September 6, 2014

My deepest, heart-felt sympathy to you all as you mourn the loss of your dad, brother, brother-in-law, and uncle. May many fond memories help to ease your sorrow and fill the void left by such a dear man. Bob's smile was infectious and his kindness sincere. I hope you find comfort in being with one another while reflecting and sharing the many family stories that Bob helped to make while being such an important part of your lives. ~Diana~

Diana Spellman

September 2, 2014

To the family of Bob Balyeat. I was a commercial photographer in Lima for some 37 years. Bob hired me on occasion to photograph accident scenes and to appear in court as an expert witness several times. He was such a gentleman and a pleasure to serve. Every time my work was completed and I presented him with the charges, he would promptly pay the invoice and send me a nice letter of appreciation for the services I had provided. In my 37 years as a independent businessman, he was the only client I ever had to respond in such a way. What a kind and considerate man he was. I treasured my relationship with him. Bill Miller - New Albany, Ohio

September 2, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with Bob's family. What a wonderful gentleman and neighbor he was to Linda and I. We will treasure the memories of him and Ann. Our first years on "Balyeat Drive" were a great chance to get know such a kind and caring man. We will treasure his friendship forever.

Dave & Linda Hardy

September 2, 2014

We were fortunate to have Bob as our attorney, but more important, he was our friend. He was a wonderful man and he will be missed.
Our prayers are with all of the family.

George and Sally Oyer

September 2, 2014

A true gentleman and a great lawyer. Sorry we couldn't be there to pay our respects in person but I want you to know how very much we respected and admired Bob. Bill & Karen Lauber (Aiken, S.C.)

September 1, 2014

Mike, Dan, and family,
My mom told me about your Dad's passing. You are in my thoughts.

Kim Griffith Smith

September 1, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!

Deb Flory-Stauffer

August 31, 2014

Our profession has lost a gentleman. Rest in peace Bob for a life well done.

Thoughts and prayers are with you
Bill and your family.

J. Michael Bernstein

August 31, 2014

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998

Patricia J Eggerman Bodine

August 30, 2014

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