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Lawrence Baloy Obituary
Lawrence Baloy, age 80, of Joliet, passed away peacefully on February 18, 2017. Also known as, Larry, Sonny, Goodale, Nice Guy and Herman.
A graduate of Joliet Central High School, he worked at Georgia Pacific previously known as Multi Color for 37 years until his retirement in 1992. Lawrence was a loyal member of Joliet Moose #300 and Moran A.C.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 59 years, Colleen (nee Gardner); his four children, Susan Austin of Wilmington, John (Kara) of WI, Brenda of Rockdale and Helen (Jeff) Odeen of Wilmington; grandchildren, Sara Melvin, Michael (Amber) Rolih, Jessica Austin, Alex, Michele, Melissa and Samantha Baloy; great-grandchildren, Nolan, Reagan and Emma Rolih; brothers and sisters, Olga Bowsher, Helen Krumlinde, Florence Ryan, Evelyn O'Brian, Frank, Michael, Barbara (Clay) Clement and Art Cook; numerous nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by grandson, Greg Rolih; sisters, Sophie Cook and Catherine Siron; brothers-in-law, Francis Bowsher, Robert Krumlinde, Jack Ryan, Robert O'Brian and Paul Siron.
His favorite times were spent with his family. He enjoyed fishing, euchre, wood working, playing pool and Friday nights in the garage. 86 was a very significant number to Larry. He was known for his witty sense of humor. Friends and family will miss him dearly.
A celebration of Lawrence's life will begin on Tuesday, February 21, 2017 with prayers in the funeral home chapel at 9:30 a.m. then driving in procession to the Cathedral of St. Raymond Nonnatus for a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Interment to follow at Woodlawn Memorial Park in Joliet. Visitation will be on Monday, February 20, 2017 at Tezak Funeral Home, 1211 Plainfield Road, Joliet from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Obituary and Tribute Wall for Lawrence Baloy at www.tezakfuneralhome.com or for information, 815-722-0524.
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Memories and Condolences
for Lawrence Baloy
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February 13, 2019
HARD TO BELIEVE IT/S GOING ON A YEAR THIS WEEK THAT LARRY, GOODDALE HAS WENT TO HEAVEN. BONNIE AND I MISS HIM VERY MUCH. ALWAYS BROUGHT A SMILE TO OUR FACES.REST IN PEACE.
OUR CONDOLENCES TO THE ENTIRE BALOY FAMILY. I AM SHURE MICKEY IS UP THERE WITH LARRY.
JOHN & BONNIE RAGUSA
SCOTTSDALE,AZ.
Tom Watson
March 2, 2017
Coleen and family,
We are deeply saddened to learn of "Uncle Lar's" passing. He was a true gentleman. We wish to extend our most sincere sympathies and will keep all of you in our prayers.
Tom and Nita Watson
Brenda Baloy
February 25, 2017
For my Dad and Best Friend
Bill Turner
February 21, 2017
Colleen and Family, I have many fond memories of growing up around the Baloy family. Larry was a father to us all. My deepest condolences.
-Bill Turner
Lori Shull
February 21, 2017
My heart goes out to all the family. I have so many wonderful childhood memories spending time at the Baloy's home growing up with their children. You are all in my heart and prayers for your loss.. Lori Shull (Turner)
Larry & Alicia Turner
February 20, 2017
Many great childhood memmeories growing up with the Baloy family and having them as my Grandma and Grandpa Vaughts neighbor. My condolences to all the family.
Larry and Alicia Turner
Carol Kollman
February 20, 2017
Colleen, I am so sorry for your loss. "Uncle Lar" will be dearly missed. God bless you and your family.
Jack amd Sara Kollman
February 20, 2017
Coleen and family. We can!t express our regard for you and Larry loss, Many many fond remberences. Our prayers go out to you and your family
Richard Prints
February 19, 2017
Colleen, Carol and I extend our sympathy to you and your family. Larry will be missed, we did enjoy the years we did spend with you and Larry. God bless you all, Rich and Carol.
Paula Gardner
February 19, 2017
So sorry for your loss.
John Ragusa
February 19, 2017
to the baloy family our sincere sympathy larry Gooddale was a great friend . my he rest in peace.
john & bonnie ragusa
Mary Meader
February 19, 2017
Dear Mrs. Baloy and family - wonderful neighbors to Emil and Marie Meader - may Mr. Baloy rest in God's loving arms.
Our prayers and love to you all,
Mary and Ray Meader
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