Robert Leslie "Bobby" Balas

1964 - 2025

Robert Leslie "Bobby" Balas, 61, of Collier, passed away peacefully Thursday, November 6, 2025 in Allegheny General Hospital, surrounded by his beloved family.
Bobby was born March 10, 1964, in Uniontown, to the late Robert Balas and his surviving mother, Donna M. Wilson Balas.
He was preceded in death by his father, Robert "Bob" Balas January 17, 2025.
Left to cherish his memories are his loving mother, Donna M. Balas; his brother, Chris Balas (Michael Onesko) of Penncraft; aunts, Jo Ann Dorgan of Long Branch, N.J. and Sharon Smith (Nelson) of Greensboro; and several cousins.
Bobby was a graduate of Fairchance-Georges High School and was a lifelong member of SS. Cyril and Methodius Church in Fairchance.
He worked as the receptionist for his father's appliance repair business for four decades. In addition, he was proud of the volunteer work he performed for a time at Fayette County Community Action Agency.
Bobby enjoyed watching all the Pittsburgh sports teams, playing casino slots, visiting Lancaster and attending family gatherings. Bobby had an immense love for his rescued family of five dogs and three cats.
The family wishes to extend a heartfelt thank you to Renee and Mike Alexander of "They Deserve Better Dog Rescue" for bringing the joy of rescued animals into Bobby's life.
Family and friends will be received in the TERRAVECCHIA- HAKY HOME FOR FUNERALS, INC., 515 N. Main Street Masontown, from 2 to 8 p.m., the time of a blessing service, Tuesday, November 11. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, November 12, at Garards Fort Cemetery, Garards Fort. Family requests attendees meet at the cemetery.
To leave a condolence for the family, visit www.terravecchiahakyfh.com