Leona BALLER Obituary

Passed away peacefully on January 28th at age 87. She is deeply missed by her husband of 66 years Victor; children Janice (Gary) Muntean, Robert (MaryBeth), Michael (Jan), daughter-in-law Charleen (James), Judith (Terry) Grufman, Clare (Steve Robinson) McDonough, and Jonathan (Tammy Olsen); sister Angela; 15 grandchildren; and 2 great grandchildren; and many close relatives and dear friends. She is preceded in death by her son James; and sister Mary McGinnis. Leona was a sweet compassionate person who gave her time and efforts to help others. She was a well-read artist and poet. The visitation will be at Presentation Church, 1735 Kennard St., St. Paul, MN on Friday 2/1/13 beginning at 10:00 am with a Mass and lunch following. (Memorials to Presentation of BVM Church)

Published by Pioneer Press on Jan. 30, 2013.
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Mom, I love and miss you so much. I can only hope to be as caring and giving as you are.

Janice

February 8, 2013

Uncle Victor and family,
So sorry to hear of Aunt Leona's passing. My love and prayers are with you.

Bonnie Church

February 2, 2013

Mom...I can't put into words all of the things that I want to thank you for...I love you and miss you.

Jon Baller

February 2, 2013

Our deepest sympathies to you, Clare and the entire Baller family. Your mother was a very special lady and her love for you continues from above! Our thoughts and prayers are with you!

Jean and Mike Brennan

February 1, 2013

Clare, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Thinking of you and your family at this time. Hope you are doing well.

Jeff Lutz

February 1, 2013

Clare, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Lisa Dypwick

January 31, 2013

Clare, so sorry for the loss of your mother, may God bless you and your family during this very hard time.

Janeen and Larry Balsimo

January 31, 2013

I was so sorry to hear of the passing of Aunt Leona. Uncle Victor & family, please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Sheri Gronert

January 31, 2013

Mom, I will miss you more than you would ever know.

Clare McDonough

January 30, 2013

You are now at peace and with Jimmy. Love you Mom!

Mike

January 30, 2013

Vic and Family: I was so sorry to hear about Lee's passing. She was such a wonderful, holy woman and I enjoyed talking and seeing her at mass and church functions. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

Rick & Deb Hellquist

January 30, 2013

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