Doris Balsamo Obituary

BALSAMO, DORIS

On Monday, December 29, 2003, of Falls Church, VA, DORIS BALSAMO. She is survived by her husband of 48 years, Dr. Pat A. Balsamo; mother of Rocco J., Francis A., Joseph P., Theodore J. and Patrick A. Balsamo, Josephine K. Balsamo, Floranne A. Sickels and Christine B. Damour; sister of Florence Ippolito. She is also survived by nine grandchildren. Friends may call at the FAIRFAX MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 9902 Braddock Rd., Fairfax, VA on Friday, January 2 from 1 to 4 p.m. and from 7 to 9 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Queen of Apostles Catholic Church, 4401 Sano St., Alexandria, VA on Saturday, January 3, 2004 at 10:30 a.m. Memorial contributions in her name can be made to the Hospice of Northern Virginia, Attn: Donation Processing, 9300 Lee Hwy., 5th Flr., Fairfax, VA 22031.

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Published by The Washington Post from Dec. 31, 2003 to Jan. 1, 2004.

Memories and Condolences
for Doris Balsamo

8 Entries

Robert Settler

January 4, 2004

Dear Balsamo Family,

As one of the deliquent, wayward Tally Tee/FSU family, I know first hand how inspirational Mrs. B was and is. How anyone could raise the Balsamo clan while still finding time and thought for anyone that entered the house is beyond belief.

Going forward you can be sure that her spirit will live on not only in every Balsamo grandchild but in my household as well. I only hope to offer the same love, guidance and support to my children.

Mrs. B you are loved and will be missed. Thank you and yours for so many fond memories. I feel blessed to have known you. In addition I feel fortunate to know the entire family and to have such a wonderful friend in Theo, Robin and the kids.

With all the love in the world....

The Settler Family

Robert, Sue, Julia & Lauren

Joan Regan Hayner

January 4, 2004

To Dr. B and the whole family,

So many years have passed, and still, the call I received last evening from my Mom to tell me of Mrs. B's passing tore at my heart. What wonderful, crazy, silly memories I have of the Balsamo's and life on Bent Branch. You had us beat by only two more children, but life in your house seemed to always be multiples of life anywhere else. And of course, at the center of it all, there was Mrs. B cooking, guiding, protecting, loving, laughing, and with all of you and often several of us, sometimes the need for a little yelling too! She was likely one of my earliest examples of a woman who faced the challenges of life with great strength, a sense of purpose, and of course, a sense of humor.

I'll always remember, with great admiration, the friendship that Mrs. B and my Mom shared for so many years. What other two mothers with 14 children between them would volunteer year after year to be the chefs for the entire sixth grade class of Belvedere on the annual 2 1/2 day camping trip? That took a great comraderie, and a little nuttiness too! I know my Mom misses her and those funny days from long ago, and she is sorry that she was not able to spend time with her in these latter years of life.

Please try to find comfort in your wonderful memories and the knowledge that Mrs. B touched so many lives in such a positive way.

Take care Balsamos.

With loving memories,

Robert Huntley

January 2, 2004

We are both so sorry to hear of Dori's passing. She was such a beautiful lady. When I saw her in August she looked great and had such a wonderful attitude.

Our sincerest condolences.

Marjorie Morse and Bob Huntley

Joseph Whibley

January 1, 2004

Dear Balsamo Family,

I just received word of Mrs. Balsamo today. I'm so sorry for each and everyone of you of your great loss. As I sit here thinking of her, I have so many wonderful memories of her warmth, love and caring that she have given me anytime I saw her. She was and is still a great lady. She will forever be in our hearts. Now she is with God, the best company anyone could have. She is and forever will be loved by all. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

May God Bless each and everyone one of us.

Claudine Perreault

January 1, 2004

Dear Uncle Rich, Christine, Lindsey, Justine & Family: We want to extend our sympathies for your loss of Dori. Her kindness will shine around us throughout all time. Love & prayers, Claudine & Rob

Dr. Michael Homa

January 1, 2004

Dear Pat:

Sorry to hear about Doris. May the faith that sustains us give you peace at this difficult time.

William Corso

December 31, 2003

Dear Dr. Balsamo & Family, our heartfelt sympathy, prayers and thoughts are with all of you on the passing of your beloved wife & mother. I will always have very fond memories of Mrs. B, as she was like a second mother to me and to so many others. I know she is in a better place now, and I'm certain God and all the angels are eating an excellent Italian meal with her right now. God bless Mrs. B and all of you. With deepest sympathy,

The Corso Family

Chris, Candy, Katrina & RJ LoPresti

December 31, 2003

We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Doris was a beautiful, wonderful person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

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