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William Balcom Obituary
AUBURN - William "Billy" D. Balcom, Jr., 49, formerly of Auburn, died unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 17, 2012. Born in Worcester on January 31, 1963, Billy was raised in Auburn and lived many years in Burbank, California before recently moving to Shrewsbury.
Billy graduated from Bay Path Vocational Technical High School in Charlton and worked for the State of California as a welder. He enjoyed deep sea diving for lost treasures.
He leaves a daughter, Samantha Balcom of New York; his parents, William D. Balcom, Sr. and Linda (Baer) Maggiore, both of Florida; three sisters, nieces and his wife, Linda Balcom of Missouri.
A private graveside service will be held at the convenience of the family at High Plain Cemetery in West Boylston. Miles Funeral Home, 1158 Main St., Holden is directing arrangements. To share a memory or offer a condolence, please visit:
www.milesfuneralhome.com
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William D Balcom Sr.
August 4, 2012
I want to thank everyone for their thoughtful Prayers. Billy is resting now in a place with no troubles or worries. I also want to thank every one who were there , and for the flowers and many memories. I will miss him more then anyone can imagine.
LaBranches
July 27, 2012
So sorry for the untimely passing of Billy.Will always remember the good times .Bless you all,I'm sure he's in a much better place.
Theresa Wilson
July 25, 2012
Billy,forever in my heart.
Lynn Zmayefski
July 24, 2012
Joanne ,Linda and April ,sorry for your loss ..We had alot of good times being "kids" Hope you are all well.
Michele Urella-Stenman
July 24, 2012
I remember Billy from high school days and he had this awesomely cool Chevy Impala. He was always a cool cat. My deepest condolences to his family, so sorry for your loss.
Pamela Balcom
July 23, 2012
Billy is a real Spirit Man
becky vancott
July 23, 2012
so sorry to hear of billys passing we went to school
toghther and graduated many years ago rest in peace billy the angels will lesd you to love and happiness love ya billy
Chris Benoit
July 22, 2012
So sorry to hear of your passing. I haven't seen you since high school. Thoughts and prayers to your family.
Robin Alm
July 22, 2012
My deepest sympathy to April and her family for their loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Robin Shaylor-Alm
Neil Richardson
July 21, 2012
Billy, have not seen you in years, very sorry you had to leave so soon. My deepest condolences to the family and loved ones.
Nonie Jaskolka
July 21, 2012
I hadn't seen my nephew in a long time. It was sad to learn of his passing at such a young age. I remember many good times with him. I remember him as a very quiet guy. Thoughts are with Bill, Linda, April
Diane Swedberg
July 21, 2012
It's been quite sometime since I've seen Billy, he was always a free spirit and could always make me laugh, it saddens me he's left us so soon, Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss.
Jack Mosley
July 21, 2012
Been a long time, but Billy was always a kool kid to me, sorry to hear of his passing
mark tomasino
July 21, 2012
Haven't seen Bill for a long time now, hard worker, great mechanic,had some good laughs when we were all a little younger,sorry to hear your no longer with us, Hoping you made it to a great place.
Mark Tomasino
David Vaudreuil
July 20, 2012
So sorry to hear about Billy.I hadn't seen him since before he went to California,but talked to him this past Christmas day.I wasn't aware of any health issues he might of had.Again sorry for your loss. Hi to all and hope everyone is well.
Ann Asselta/Dupre
July 20, 2012
So sorry for ur loss, our hearts go out too ur family.
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