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Paul Nicholas Balland (Age 28)
Of Potomac, Maryland died tragically on July 13, 2021. Paul was a lifelong resident of Potomac, Maryland. A graduate of Walt Whitman High School, where he was a varsity baseball player. He graduated from the University of Maryland in Political Science where he also played club baseball. He also graduated from University of Baltimore Law School and anticipated law practice with his father. He was loved by all and had many friends. Paul was a member of St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Cathedral and was a devout Orthodox Christian. He was very active in church activities as an altar boy, was president of the youth group (GOYA) and a fierce competitor in Church league basketball for many years. Paul is survived by his father, Nicholas, mother, Kathryn, sister, Nerissa and brother, Andrew. His funeral will be held at Saint Sophia Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 2815 36th St NW, Washington, DC 20007, on Monday, July 19, 2021, with a viewing at 10 a.m. and funeral at 12 noon. Interment Columbia Gardens Cemetery, Arlington, VA. Memorial contributions may be made to the church. Arrangements by Cole Funeral Services. www.colefuneral.com
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RON SMITH
July 23, 2021
I have been in Key West and I won´t return for another week. I just learned of Paul´s passing. Words fail me in expressing my sorrow and condolences to my friend Nick and his family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you solace and strength. I know of Nick´s pride in his son and in Paul´s accomplishments and this is a sad time. May he Rest In Peace.
The Popps Family McLean Virginia
July 18, 2021
I was driving on 95-N when I received the call of Paul's passing and started hyperventilating and had to pull over and compose myself. We cannot imagine your family's overwhelming pain right now despite the fact that my wife Lise and I both lost siblings in our early years. I would encounter Paul and Nick at a local Arlington lunch spot with other lawyers of their firm. Nick's pride in his handsome, strapping son was evident--and as a father and grandfather I understood. Words along cannot convey our shock and sadness. In the days that come, knowing what I know of your family, I am confident in your ability to somehow regroup and carry on and to tend to your emotional, spiritual and physical needs, particularly of the two remaing children whose lives will be affected by this tragic event for scores of years. Paul was a good man and a young lawyer off to a good and growing career. He grew up in the church and its activities and was part of the group of future adult leaders in the community. His absence will now be deeply and inexorably felt. May he rest in peace and may his memory be eternal. He will dwell with the angels now in the Unending Light. Profoundest sympathies from all of us.
Juliet and Scott Heimberg
July 18, 2021
We are broken-hearted at the loss of Paul. We watched him grow up from young boy to a fine man who was such a good friend to our daughter and to countless other classmates. We are so grateful he was part of our lives and our memories of his smile, laughter and loyal friendship will never be forgotten. Andrew, we love you and hope you know what a wonderful treasured brother you were to Paul. Nick and Katina, our deepest condolences for your loss. May happy memories of the years you had together with Paul bring you peace.
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