Firman "Joe" Balza

I am very sorry about your loss. May the God of all comfort be with you at this difficult time.

Clete and I had so many good visits with Firman as he would stop over often. But especially for Clete, they had lots of flying time together over the years flying to all kinds of different places and breakfasts and lunches. And everyone was always happy to see Firman. Clete says Firman had a wealth of knowledge about so many things and could figure just about any problem -- smart man. We will miss him and life will not ever be quit the same but we have the memories.

Joe and Jim will probably entertain those around them with many stories of their Naval life, they were such good friends for years, they will be missed. Jackie D.

I hope Mr. Balza was honored for his service at Pearl Harbor. I feel privileged to be able to read of his life and I am so thankful for his service so that I may be free.

So very sorry to hear of Firman's passing, he will be
missed , Harold and I always enjoyed times reminiscing with he and the Larscheid's.
May you and your family find peace, our
Prayers are with you all.
Harold Ysebaert Family

Our sympathy to Mr. Balza's loved ones at this time of loss. We were honored and grateful to meet Mr. Balza and hear him speak to our sons' Boy Scout troop not long ago. Thank you for your service, Firman, and for choosing to share the gift and lessons of your story with so many. May your memory be eternal.

TO THE FAMILY OF FIRMAN:

YOU HAVE THE DEEPEST FEELINGS OF OUR HEARTS ON THE LOSS OF YOUR LOVED ONE.

GOD'S PEACE

I was so sad to hear of Uncle Firman's passing. He was a very special person and was loved by all that knew him. I am sorry that I will not be able to attend the services. I really would have loved to have been there for the celebration of his life. Lots of love to you all!

Firman was an amazing man! My husband, Mitch, stumbled across the opportunity to mow the lawn for Firman two years ago. What started as a short mowing of the lawn, quickly turned into a beautiful friendship. Those two would sit together for hours, solving the world's problems and discussing important life lessons. Mitch looked forward to those weekly visits, while my children and I looked forward to hearing Mitch repeat Firman's stories and adventures. You could always count on some wisdom and, of course, some humor in those stories! Mitch looked up to Firman and talked about him all the time. It is an understatement to say that Firman was an amazing man. He truly was a hero.

We are so sad to hear of his passing. Please know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers and that Firman will be missed dearly.

Kristi, Mitch, Ava, Landon, Brock, and Ky Gauthier