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SUSAN MARIE BALAS

1962 - 2016

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1962

DIED

2016

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SUSAN BALAS Obituary

Susan Marie (Bastian) Balas died peacefully in her home on January 9, 2016 in Lenexa, KS at the age of 53. Susan is survived by her husband Thomas M. Balas and her children Eric, Anthony and Colette. She is preceded in death by her father, John W. Bastian. Susan was born on April 20, 1962 in Chicago, Illinois to John and Ellen Bastian. She graduated from Southwest Missouri State University with a degree in Business Management. She married Thomas in 1982. After moving to Lenexa, Susan began working for Network Innovations, Inc. and worked there for twelve years. For many years, she performed community service work for the City of Lenexa and for Holy Trinity Catholic Church. Visitation will be held 5:00-7:00 PM Wednesday, January 13th at the Porter Funeral Home, Lenexa, KS. A Funeral Liturgy is scheduled for 10:30 AM Thursday, January 14th at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Lenexa, with a reception to follow. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Susan's life. Inurnment will be in the Holy Family Mausoleum, Resurrection Cemetery, Lenexa, KS. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate a (tax deductible) donation to either Eric's Peace Corps Panama project at https://donate.peacecorps.gov/ donate/project/panama- community-center-project/ or to Kansas City Hospice. (Condolences may be expressed at: www.porterfuneralhome.com Arrangements: Porter Funeral Homes & Crematory, 8535 Monrovia, Lenexa, KS (913) 438- 6444) Porter Funeral Homes and Crematory

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Published by Kansas City Star on Jan. 12, 2016.

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Susan Nealy

January 13, 2016

Dear Tom, Eric, Anthony, and Collette,

Sue was so kind to me during my illness in 2008 and beyond, and she shared her strength with me during a difficult time for both of us. I can see that she, and you, Tom, have instilled this same strength in your 3 beautiful children. She will always be with you. I am praying for your peace of heart.

With love and care, your neighbor

Mary Dykmann

January 13, 2016

Will always think of Sue walking the dog or driving her van through the neighborhood. Such a dear woman. We were all blessed to know her.

Laura King

January 12, 2016

You all are in our hearts. Sue was a very special person with so much love for her family.
We send you our love and prayers,
Laura, Charlie, Charlie and Kate

January 12, 2016

Tom and Family:

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Sue. My thoughts and prayers go with you all during this sad time.
Kind regards.
Violet Bam

Sue Kramer

January 12, 2016

Tom and family,
Sorry to hear about your loss. You and yours will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Lori Kirkpatrick

January 12, 2016

Remember Susan fondly from high school, great spirit and just a beautiful person. So sorry and my heart goes out to all of you.

Barbara and Bruce Surran

January 12, 2016

Please accept our deepest sympathies. We will continue to pray for your family.

Bob and Deb Dvorak

January 12, 2016

Tom and Family,
We are so sorry for your great loss. Know that you are in our prayers at this difficult time.

Trudie Mielke

January 12, 2016

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

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5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Porter Funeral Homes & Crematory - Lenexa

8535 Monrovia, Lenexa, KS 66215

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14

Liturgy

10:30 a.m.

Holy Trinity Catholic Church

Lenexa, MO

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Porter Funeral Homes & Crematory - Lenexa

8535 Monrovia, Lenexa, KS 66215

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