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Paul Balliet Obituary

Balliet, Paul F.Paul F. Balliet, 74, of Upper Milford Twp. passed away Saturday, October 11, 2014 in his home. Born in Allentown, he was the son of the late Francis and Kathryn (Gensemer) Balliet. Paul was the loving husband of Judith H. (Stauffer) Balliet with whom he celebrated 54 years of marriage in August, 2014. He was the owner and operator of Paul's Garage in Fountain Hill for over 45 years. Paul was a member of Grace U.C.C., Allentown. He belonged to the Traveler's Protection Agency Post L for many years, and was a former member of the Elk's Club. Paul was a member and past president of the Otter Springs Assoc. at Lake Wallenpaupack for 20 years. He was also a member of Rajah Shriners, Blandon. Survivors: In addition to his wife, Judith; son, Kevin and wife Robin Balliet of Emmaus; daughters, Kimberly Cochrane and husband Todd of Hagerstown, MD, Kerri Balliet of Milwaukee, WI; sister, Barbara Spohn of Schnecksville; grandchildren, Thomas, Amy, Kyle, Kody, Nick, Megan; great granddaughter, Bayla. Services: 11:30am Thursday, October 16, 2014 in the K.V. Knopp Funeral Home, Inc. 46 E. Susquehanna St., Allentown. Family and friends are invited to a viewing 9:30am until time of service in the funeral home. Contributions: In Paul's memory to the General Fund at the Church 623 Cleveland Street, Allentown, PA 18103.

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Published by Morning Call on Oct. 14, 2014.

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John Hamershock

October 22, 2014

I was sadden to learn of Paul's death.
Being a very young man and friend of Kevin so many years ago, I would frequently stop by the garage.
I'll never forget the kick Paul got out of me when I said "what am I going to learn today". The man had talent, I respected him very much.
Thoughts and prayers to all of Paul's family and friends

October 18, 2014

My deepset sympathy for the loss of this man. He was a great man who protected and loved me as I grew up at the Bennies Club. Paul was a man of great knowledge and wisdom and he will be missed dearly. God bless the family, Judith and children. Always remembered and never forgotten. Pamm Schwoyer Kephart, Fountain Hill, PA

Carly Entler

October 17, 2014

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers at this very difficult time for you.

jane popovich

October 17, 2014

Judy & Kevin,
So sorry to hear of Pauls passing. I will surely keep you all in my prayers.

Jane Popovich

October 16, 2014

Judy, Kevin and family, We were very sorry to hear about your loss. Our deepest sympathy to all of your family. Sincerely,

Charlie McDevitt
Mary Burkholder McDevitt
Matthews, NC

Van Scott

October 16, 2014

Judy, Kevin and family. My deepest condolences. I grew up on Ontario St, and my very first car Paul worked on. He and I developed a relationship throughout the years, of my first getting on the City of Bethlehem Police Dept, retiring, and starting a new career. Paul was a good man and treated all with respect and dignity. I will miss him.

I apologize for not being at his wake or funeral, but I just started a new job teaching Law Enforcement to Vo-Tech students, and at this school there is an Automotive School. I immediately thought of Paul and Paul's Garage. He will be missed...

October 16, 2014

Judy & Kevin - My deepest sympathy to you and your family at this most difficult time.

Cindy @ G-C Electric

October 16, 2014

Judy, Kevin, and family, saddened to hear of Paul's passing, he was one of a kind and I enjoyed his friendship. Condolences Rick and Pat Kuebler

Louis Yob

October 15, 2014

Judy, Kevin & family, I am very saddened to hear about Paul's passing. He was a great man, he always treated me good. May his memories be good ones. Love and prayers to all.

October 15, 2014

Judy, Kevin & family - so sorry to learn of Paul's passing. He was always helpful to us and such a great, kind man. He fixed more cars for us than I can count. And was always a good friend to everyone he met! Though I have not seen you for many years since moving to California, I remember you all fondly! May your happy memories stay with you and comfort you at this sad time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tina (Juckett) Kratz

william downing

October 15, 2014

Judy and Kevin, I am very saddened for your lose.Paul was very generous to me and my family through out the years. He will be dearly missed. Thanks for all that Paul and you did for us. He was a wonderful man

Bethlehem Trasmissins

October 15, 2014

So sorry to hear of Pauls passing, he was a great guy and he will be missed, from all of us at Bethlehem Transmissions.

October 15, 2014

Dear Judy and Family,
So sorry to hear of Paul's passing. Please accept our condolences.

Tony Lenhart and family

Trisha and Steve Budlong

October 14, 2014

Judy, Kevin and family - we are so sorry to hear that Paul has passed! He was such a wonderful man and offered such kindness to our family throughout the years! Trisha and Steve Budlong

The Laplant Family

October 14, 2014

Judy and Kevin,

No words can express the sadness our entire family feels on learning of Paul's passing. He was more than the guy who fixed our cars. He was a friend to us all. On behalf of Greg, Kelly, and Sue, may I express our deepest and most sincere condolances to you and the entire family.

Sandy Weber

October 14, 2014

Judy, I was so saddened to hear of Paul's passing away. I hope that all of your good memories will help to comfort you. Love to you and your family.

Ed Walker

October 14, 2014

Judy & Kevin:
Since I have moved to FL I have not seen any of you for over 6 years but I am truly sorry to learn about Paul. He was such a great guy and all of you treated me and my Corvette tremendously over the years. I hope your good memories will help you deal with your loss.

Carol Mann

October 14, 2014

Judy, I am so sorry to hear that Paul passed away. Even though I have not seen the two of you for a few years, he was my mechanic and my father's for years. My condolences go out to you and your family.

Jennifer Atiyeh Ashley

October 14, 2014

I'm so very sorry to hear that Paul has passed. The Atiyeh Sisters thank you for always fixing our cars and being such a good friend to our family. May his memory be eternal.

Sue and Bill Carraghan

October 14, 2014

Paul and your family has been a blessing to 3 generations of our family. He will be dearly missed. Please know we are praying for your family.

Bill and Sue Carraghan

October 14, 2014

Paul and your family has been such a blessing to 3 generations of our family. We will miss him dearly. Please know you all are in our prayers. Bill and Sue Carraghan

The Reverend Doctor David Charles Smith

October 14, 2014

My deepest sympathy and Christian love to Judy and the entire family at this time of loss and grief. I was Paul's pastor while serving at Grace UCC, and I recall picnics at their home and his welcoming spirit. He will be missed. May the peace of the Risen Christ offer comfort and hope in the days ahead.

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