James Balzer Obituary
James David Balzer, 14, passed away on February 16, 2024 in Lancaster. James was born in Lexington, Kentucky on July 9, 2009 to Olivia and Andrew Balzer. James was an avid video game player and known online as Glitchify. He was very fond of animals and loved the water. His Grandpa and Dad would take him fishing each year. He was very good at snorkeling, wake boarding, and was just learning to scuba dive. He also enjoyed painting and the best times were spent with his family and friends. James will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
In addition to his parents, James is survived by his brother, Adam Baylor (Le Duyen) Jenkins; his maternal grandparents, Steve (LeAnn) Jenkins; and his paternal grandparents, Karen Balzer and Jim (Ann Marie) Balzer.
A celebration of life service will be held for James on Saturday, February 24, 2024 at 3pm at Clark Legacy Center, Nicholasville. An informal, relaxed gathering will be held from 1pm till the time of service at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in honor of James Balzer to the Eastern Kentucky University Psychology Trauma and Suicide Prevention Development Fund.
The address for donations is:
Eastern Kentucky University,
Office of Development,
CPO 19A, 521 Lancaster Ave
Richmond, KY 40475
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Matt Irgang
February 22, 2024
As a teacher at Garrard Middle School, I can truly state that James will be deeply missed. He was a true joy and pleasure to have known. God be with all the family and friends of this fine young man.
Raven manley
February 21, 2024
during the glow dance in 4th grade they played a thousands years and he pulled me in and danced with me.
Cheryl Strong
February 21, 2024
God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jannie Milburn
February 20, 2024
Sending prayers for you family...my deepest condolences...
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