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David Balentine Obituary
David Wister Balentine, 96, peacefully entered the gates of heaven on Sunday, February 7, 2021 at his home, surrounded by his family.
Born in Ware Shoals, SC in 1924 he was the son of the late Homer and Elizabeth Balentine.
David served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He was a retired land developer and home builder for over 50 years. He developed several subdivisions in the Greenville area. He was a past President of the Homebuilders Association, a National Director of the Homebuilders Association and a Shriner. David was an avid sports fan following his beloved Clemson Tigers football and basketball teams as well as the Atlanta Braves and Carolina Panthers.
In addition to his loving wife, Lucia Vermillion Balcombe Balentine, he is survived by two sons Samuel E. (Betty) Balentine, Michael A. (Sara Ann) Balentine, stepson Mike (Kristine) Balcombe; grandchildren Graham (Megana) Balentine, Lauren (Jon) Marston, Jennifer (Terry) Elgin; step grandchildren Robert (Rowan) Balcombe, Charlton (Tyra) Balcombe, Jennifer (Mark) Bailey and Thomas (Krissi) Mims. He has 10 great grandchildren and step grandchildren. Sister Joyce Martin.
He was a joy to be around and he will be missed by many, especially his loving family.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 13, 2021 at 11 am at Bethesda United Methodist Church. COVID precautions will be in place. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Bethesda United Methodist Church; 516 Piedmont Road; Easley, SC. 29642 or Wounded Warrior Project; 4899 Belford Road, Suite 300; Jacksonville, FL. 32256.
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Pamela T Worley
February 11, 2021
Lucia, Sammy, and Michael and families,
It is so sad to hear of Uncle David’s passing. I have very fond memories of his humor and happy personality, especially at family reunions in Ware Shoals at Grandmother’s and on the river. I also enjoyed talking with him about traveling in his motorhome and sharing his experiences. He had a life well lived, and you will have many good memories of him. He had the foresight to incorporate many of the Balentine childhood stories in a book that is treasured by us all.
Pamela Thomas Worley
Bob Dockham
February 10, 2021
David was my Brother In-law and I will miss our phone calls though out the last few years! We would talk about our family and the Love we had for them ! We would always end our conversation with “ I LOVE YOU”
Our Lord’s Everlasting Grace to Family and Friends
Bob Dockham
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