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Ligia Balach Obituary

Ligia Mercedes Balach - SAVANNAH - Ligia Mercedes Balach, age 48 passed away suddenly December 25, 2009. She is the daughter of Fernando Sabagal of Bogola, Columbia; wife of Melvin Ray Balach; loving mother of Jean "John"; Ryan and the late Nicole Marie. Visitation: Monday, January 4, 2009 from 3 - 6 PM with a funeral service to follow at 6:00 PM at the Savannah Christian Church, 55 Al Henderson Blvd. Savannah, GA. Interment will be private. A memorial fund has been established at the Wachovia Bank at Berwick, 5708 Ogeechee Rd. Savannah, GA 31405 for son Ryan Balach. Fairhaven Funeral Home & Crematory 2794 W. US Hwy. 80 Garden City, GA 231408 912-964-2862 www.fairhavenfuneralhome.net Savannah Morning News January 3, 2010 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at savannahnow.com/obituaries .

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Published by Savannah Morning News from Dec. 28, 2009 to Jan. 3, 2010.

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Bel White

January 12, 2010

Aunt Ligia or (Candy) as I knew. I am so deeply sorry ..the sudden passing of you and your daughter Nikki and not forgetting the tragedy Ryan has endured, has been a burden on my heart. Y'all were so bright and sweet each time the family united. Im sorry it was so few times. Reguardless, you all will always be in my hearts and prayers. As we all go each year to celebrate the holidays I will be sure to be holding you near to my heart as well. Shine down on Melvin , give him strength and support..and for Ryan, any and all blessings that can be given, he deserves. I pray for a speedy and successful recovery Rest in peace, with all my love, Belinda White and Family

christopher humphries

January 8, 2010

I wanted to say to you that you and your family are in my thoughts. I trust your son will become that police officer. I was just another traveler on that road that night.

Missy Mallick

January 6, 2010

I will miss you waving to me everytime I drive by your home. I will miss our talks about "everything but nothing". I will miss you my friend. I hope and pray you and Nikki are enjoying your new home in Heaven. I know you are making it a much more fun place to be!
Te Amo mi Amiga!

January 5, 2010

To the Balach Family,

Please accept my most sincere condolences for the tragic loss of Ligia and Nicole. I was honored to be Nicole and Ryan's school nurse for a short time and got to know them as well as their mother very well. Nicole and her mother were wonderful people. My thoughts and prayers will be with you.

Ken(son of Jim) Balach

January 5, 2010

I am very sorry for your loss,I know what you are going through cause two years ago I suddenly lossed my wife of 46.I know right now you feel empty inside,but you do get stronger with time.God bless you and your family.

Trisha Thelin

January 4, 2010

Ryan, Ray & John,

We are heartbroken to hear what has happened to your family. We are unable to come in person and offer support but want you to know that we are thinking of you. We hope that you are able to heal and find some peace soon. Even though we have moved across the country, we do still love you Ryan, and will always be your friends.

Kyle, Trisha, Todd and Katarina Thelin

Trisha Thelin

January 4, 2010

Lily, This is a tragedy. I am so sorry for your family. We will keep Ryan in our thoughts and prayers. I was always your friend.

DARLENE HILL

January 3, 2010

MS.LILLY I GOT TO KNOW YOU. BY YOU WORKING WITH WAYNE . YOU WHERE ALWAYS FULL OF LIFE MAKEING EVERY ONE SMILE AND LAUGH THAT WAS AROUND YOU .YOU WHERE JUST THAT KIND OF PERSON . YOU LIVED FOR YOUR KIDS. GOD MUST HAVE NEEDED YOU AND NIKKI FOR SMILES AND LAUGHTER .I WILL MISS YOU VERY MUCH. RYAN I DO NOT KNOW YOU BUT I KNEW YOUR MOM . I KNOW THIS IS A HARD TIME FOR YOU YOUR DAD AND BROTHER .JUST REMEMBER YOUR MOTHER AND SISTER LOVED YOU VERY MUCH AND WILL BE WITH YOU FOREVER IN YOUR HEART

Wayne Hill

January 3, 2010

Lily, you and Nichole will be missed by me very deeply. I always looked forward to seeing your happy face every morning that you were there with me. Not only were you my employee but you meant a lot to me and you will be in my heart forever. Ryan, Mom and Nichole are your angles and will be watching over you.

Faleschia Alston

January 3, 2010

Mrs. Lily,
I will miss you and your fun loving spirit. You were such a beautiful person inside and out. I will always think of our talks that we had, and moments that we shared. You all will be in my prayers.God Bless you and Nikki. Love Always, Faleschia

Joe-leschia Alston

January 3, 2010

My deepest prayers and thoughts are with you, Ray, Jean, and Ryan as you celebrate the life of Lille and Nikki. Please know that we the Alstons will miss them each. Take care and continue to lean on our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. I Love you all. Neighbors/Family


JoeLeschia Alston

Angela Hadwin

January 1, 2010

Ryan i worked with your mom and she loves you very much she is a great woman,just know she and Nikki will always be with you.Get well very soon. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.For Lily you will be missed dearly ,you made it alot easier for me to enjoy my job, you always had me laughing,me you and Harry that was the most fun i have ever had at work.Love and miss you!R.I.P Lily and Nikki God really does have atleast two Angels..

December 30, 2009

To The Balash Family,
Our Deepest toughs and prayers go to the Balash family during this tragic time. RIP Nikki and Ligia, you will be missed.
Te vamos a extranar Ligia estabas llena de vida.
The Rivera Family

December 30, 2009

Dear Ray, Ryan and John,
We were so sorry to hear of Lilly's and
Nikki's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this most unimaginable time. We pray that God's peace will comfort you and that all of the beautiful memories will sustain you.
Your former neighbors - Cedric, Cheryl and Hannah Jenkins

December 29, 2009

LILY, WE HAVE BEEN NEIGHBORS EVER SINCE WE'VE LIVED HERE. WE'VE WATCHED BOTH NIKKI AND RYAN GROW SINCE BIRTH, SUCH BEAUTIFUL CHILDREN. BOTH YOU AND YOUR BEAUTIFUL DAUGHTER NIKKI WILL BE MISSED DEARLY AND WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR HEARTS. WE ARE PRAYING FOR RYAN DURING THIS TRAGIC LOSS. RYAN AND HIS FAMILY ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME.
DEAN AND SHARON FAGERSTROM

Jamie Pearson

December 29, 2009

Lilly. you will be missed. I enjoyed working with you. you could always make me laugh. my deepest toughts and prayers to your family in their time of need. RIP Lilly and Nikki. The world lost 2 wonderful people before their time.

sabrena delaney

December 29, 2009

Lilly,you and Nikki will be deeply missed,I still can't believe that this has happen.Nikki and jacqueline became friends in pre-k and was like two peas in a pod. I pictured them going off to college together.May God bless your soles.

jeannie sapp

December 29, 2009

Lilly it was always a joy to laugh and talk with you. You always made me laugh. You and Nikki will always be deeply missed.

makinzy thilavong

December 28, 2009

est in peace ligia u will be missed by the thilavong family and so will your daughter rest in peace love makinzy thilavong

K.C. POE

December 28, 2009

LIGIA, YOU WERE TAKEN TOO SOON, YOU WILL BE MISSED.

December 28, 2009

Deepest condolances to Ligia's family for this tragic loss. To lose two wonderful people during a time of joy and peace must be extremely difficult.

lera edenfield

December 28, 2009

ligia,your daughter is my bestest friend that i could tell anything and i wished i wouldve seen you before this happened.but rest in peace my "mommy"

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