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George Ballinger Obituary
Ventura, CA
George "Bud" W. Ballinger, Jr. (78) passed away suddenly, at his home in Ventura, on Tuesday, November 10, 2015. He was born September 14, 1937 in Los Angeles, CA.
George is survived by his two brothers, Ben and David, sister, Maryann, wife, Elaine and children, Karen, Rhonda, Scott, Kimberly and Cynthia (Mark). He also leaves behind five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
George grew up in Oxnard, CA. and graduated from Oxnard High School in 1955.
George worked 28 years for the Santa Fe Railroad and earned his retirement in 2002. He was a Communications Maintainer.
George enjoyed watching old western movies, supporting his favorite team, the Anaheim Angels, discussing politics, fishing at the beach, taking care of his beautiful fuchsias, and reading the Ventura Star newspaper, everyday, from front to back...twice.
George will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
At George's request, there will be no formal services. His family will have a private celebration of life for him next Father's Day.
They're on their way Bud, so watch your footing and have a safe trip!
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Karen Dubay
November 21, 2024
Missing you alot. I wish you were still with us. I hope you watch a lot of football and have a few beers. Love you
Scott Dubay
November 10, 2024
Nine years later, and I'm still missing you. I think of you every day. Love you, Bud!
Cyndi
February 14, 2024
Happy Valentine´s Day, Dad! Today, I remember all the unconditional love you gave me through the years That´s what this day is all about. I´m sending thanks and appreciation for having had you in my life. You helped me teach my boys about unconditional love I still think about you every single day and I miss you so..
Joshua Dubay
September 15, 2023
Missing you grandpa!!!
Karen
September 15, 2023
Happy heavenly birthday. I miss you every day
Scott Dubay
September 14, 2023
Happy Birthday Ol' Bud. You're still on the hearts and minds of many who love you!
Karen
November 11, 2022
Missing you lots, love you
Scott Dubay
November 10, 2022
Thinking of you more than usual today.
Scott
December 27, 2021
You were thought of last night (you still often are) as another "Budism" cropped up in our conversation: "A wise man would have a key!" ;)
Love you!
Cyndi J Bonini
December 25, 2021
"It´s beginning to look a lot like Christmas." Christmas will never be the same without you. You´ve been gone 6 years now and I still think of you everyday:) #loveyouforever #willalwaysmissyouso
Karen D
December 7, 2021
Missing you lots, I hope you're watching all your football. Love you forever
Karen Dubay
December 8, 2019
Hey dad, you're always on my mind. Love you forever!
Dad and me
Cyndi
December 7, 2019
Still miss you every single day. I will love you forever. ❤
jo
July 12, 2016
Had a spaghetti sandwich last night and thought of you !
July 11, 2016
Thinking of you today and missing you a lot. Love you dad!
Jo
March 4, 2016
Aunt Elaine - Still hard to wrap my mid around this - thinking of you.
Jim Coulter
February 28, 2016
It was an honor to get to know and work with George, he would always make you laugh and was a great man. Brother George will forever be known for his ever present hat!
Bruno Niestatek
February 26, 2016
His humor and common sense set him apart. A great guy, I learned a lot from him.
Brad Boehmer
February 26, 2016
Sorry to hear about George's passing. I enjoyed working with George for 4 years in Hobart Yard. He gave a ton of great advice on all aspects of life during our time together. I'll be praying for you all.
Gerald Knoll
February 26, 2016
Never knew you very well, but you were part of the brotherhood...ATSF telecom employees, so I wish you peace in your new abode upstairs, my brother!
Geo. Ballinger-LA Comms Mtnr
Joe Tosh
February 24, 2016
George: Many of your Santa Fe Railroad friends are just now learning of your passing. You were truly one of the legends of the Communications Dept. I am proud to say that I worked with you! "Communications Is Tricky"
Mark Bonini
January 20, 2016
Thank you George...for your advise, long discussions while enjoying the day out front of your house as you monitored the comings and goings of the neighbors, history lessons as we drove around Ventura County and most of all, for giving me your daughter. I promised 20 years ago I would take care of her. I won't let you down. Rest in peace.
Mikara Partyka
January 11, 2016
Miss you everyday grandpa. I know you are watching and guiding me from above. I find peace in knowing you are no longer tired and hurting. Save me a rocker... we will catch up on all the gossip when we meet again.
Karen Dubay
January 11, 2016
Lighting the way Dad! Love you so much.
Scott Dubay
December 30, 2015
Lighting the way, Bud.
Cynthia Bonini
December 20, 2015
It's true...life will never be the same. You are in my heart and I'll cherish you always<3 #loveyouforever #missyouso
Karen DUBAY
December 15, 2015
Karen Dubay
December 15, 2015
Love and miss you dad. Thanks for teaching me all the things you taught me. Life will never be the same without you.
Mark Brandl
December 15, 2015
Bud, thanks for allowing me to share in the journey of life with you. I will always remember your interesting sense of humor and uniquely refreshing perspective on life and people ...
Sabastien Montgomerie
December 15, 2015
I will always remember looking over the fence, as a child and saying "Hi, Bud!" I'm glad I was able to sit with you in your garage as an adult a few times and have some very nice,heartfelt conversations. You are missed, Bud.
Caren Harrison,Carlson
December 14, 2015
Sorry For Your Loss Elaine, Karen Rhonda Karen, Scott, Kimberly & Cynthia. Prayers to You All.
J Dubay
December 14, 2015
Soooo sorry I wasnt able to get Paityn to see u again.. And im sorry I wasnt able to say goodbye... I love you grandpa and I always will!!! We will see eachother again one day, I know ur up there kicking back with the ledgends like u use to in the old days like u used tell us, love u and let the angels guide u
Tim & Gabrielle Lovley
December 14, 2015
Elaine, sending prayers and love for you. Thank you for the cuttins. We will see you in June.
Scott Dubay
December 13, 2015
One of my favorite pictures of Bud from 1969.
Around 1989 at family birthday party.
Scott Dubay
December 13, 2015
I miss you and your wacky sense of humor, Bud. Still think of you every day. Love you.
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