Larry-Ballerine-Obituary

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Larry Ballerine

Spring Valley, Illinois

Feb 23, 1952 – Jun 9, 2025 (Age 73)

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BORN
February 23, 1952
DIED
June 9, 2025
AGE
73
LOCATION
Spring Valley, Illinois

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Barto Funeral Home - Spring Valley Obituary

Larry Ballerine, 73, of Peru, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, June 9, 2025.

He was born on February 23,1952 in Spring Valley to Eugene and Katie (Torri) Ballerine. There, he was raised along with his five sisters. He was a proud lifelong resident of the Illinois Valley.

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My heartfelt sympathy to all friends and family of Larry Quite a guy loved by all

One of those rare people who could light up a room by just being there. He will be missed.

I´ll miss you Larry, particularly at meetings. So long my friend.

Thinking of you all and smiling at the beautiful write up of Larry’s life. What an inspiring and full life Larry lived. Sending hugs and prayers to you all as you celebrate Larry’s life. Love: Bev and Matt

What a great guy. Gone too soon. He had the best sense of humor in the class of 1970. He will be missed by all who had the honor of knowing him

Such a dear and profound loss for the Ballerine family and all those who knew and cared about Larry. We wish you strength and the comfort of each other and your shared memories as you both celebrate Larry’s life and mourn his absence. ♥♥♥
Much love, Jane Malone-Miller and Mike Miller

I didn't know the origin of the Tie Dyes' transformation from being The Purples. How perfect. Sending a hug with happy memories of being with Larry at Torri Family Reunions. Love Sarah (Red)

Nothing left to do but smile, smile, smile

Larry and I were friends since we were 3 years old. We were inseparable as kids, playing Little League, Babe Ruth (Pony) League, whiffle ball and going to high school everday to name a few things we did together. He came to my Bar Mitzvah and my Wedding. I will miss him dearly. I know the highlight of his last few years was the World Series victory of his beloved White Soxs. I know he will seek out Minnie and Nellie to tell him how much he loved watching them play. Say hi to Linda...