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James Balsley Obituary

MURFREESBORO, TN: James Jay Balsley, age 51, of Murfreesboro, TN passed away on January 12, 2011 at Middle Tennessee Medical Center. He was born in Zanesville, Ohio but currently resided in Murfreesboro, TN. He was a member of First Church of God and was retired from Owen Brockway Glass.

James was preceded in death by his father, James Stephen Balsley. He is survived by his mother, Carol Kay Tomson Espinoza; sons, Christopher (Kimberly) Balsley of Zanesville, Ohio and Michael (Melissa) Balsley of Coshocton, Ohio; sister, Candy (Gary) Lewis of Murfreesboro, TN and seven grandchildren, Carlye, Mackynsi, Taelee, Dylan, Austin, Caiden and Abigail.

A private memorial service will be held at a later date.

Arrangements handled by Jennings & Ayers Funeral Home; 820 South Church St., Murfreesboro, TN 37130. 615-893-2422 www.jenningsandayers.com

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Published by Times Recorder on Jan. 15, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for James Balsley

48 Entries

Kathy Angles

January 29, 2011

So Sorry about your father's passing. I will always have fond memories. The dinners and babysitting for you boys. May he rest in peace.

Susan Stutes-Yurich

January 29, 2011

Carol, sorry for your loss, it has been a long time since I saw Jimmy, but he will be missed and be forever in our memory and hearts. Susan

Kim Agin

January 29, 2011

I am so sorry to here about Jim. He was my exhusband bestman in our wedding..He always made me laugh. I remember when we had our first son he came to the hospital and stayed with Ted an my parents until Teddy arrived. What a great spirit an heart he had.I am glad he is now in peace. He left alot of good memories. Love an Prayers to you all...Kim Agin (Hope to see you Friday)

Renee Linscott

January 25, 2011

So sorry to hearing about Jim. May the lords' peace be upon you.

Jon Hanna

January 22, 2011

My condolences to your family. My fondest memories of Jim from high school were, cruising in his Bim Mobile, winning money from him in pool, and trying to tackle him in football.

This has been a good way to communicate the needs, hopes, and fears to supportive friends and family.

Christopher Balsley

January 19, 2011

Dad:
If only you could see all the responses between Murfreeboro and Ohio. You be proud. Words can't express how much I love and miss you. One day we will all be together again. Enjoy your moment with the Angels as you will always be mine. I love you Dad.

Kerry Gannon

January 19, 2011

To the Balsley Family, I had a lot of fun working with Jim at Brockway Glass also riding our Gold Wing Motor Cycles. May God Bless you and your family at this time or great loss. Kerry Gannon (Lakeland Fl.)

January 19, 2011

Jeri Perry

January 18, 2011

Jim has been a friend since high school. He will always have a part of my heart. I can't remember a conversation when he didn't tell me how much he loved his children. If you took the time to really talk with him you very soon realized he had a good heart. I'm so sorry for your loss but feel lucky to have known him. God Bless you all.

Michael Sims

January 18, 2011

To The Balsley Family
Sorry to hear about the loss of your family Member I was Able to work with Jimmy At Brockway Glass And my Youngest Brother went to School with him at West Muskingum He will be missed at such a young Age. God Bless may God keep you forever
Michael and Barbra Sims

Tricia Bland-Russell

January 18, 2011

Aunt Carol, Candy, Mike & Chris
I'm praying for you all. Jimmy was awesome and will be missed and loved always. I'm very glad to know that he will be waiting for me in Heaven! Praise God!

Crystal Allen and Family

January 18, 2011

May the love of family and friends carry you though your grief, you will always have a special guardian angel to watch over you. The memories will aways live on in our hearts.

Cathy Rogers

January 18, 2011

I'm so sorry to hear of James passing away. I went to high school with him. He was a nice man.

Trudy Bolin Matz

January 18, 2011

I will always remember Jim teasing me whenever I saw him. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Gina Holbrook

January 18, 2011

So sorry to hear of Jimmy's passing. I only met Jimmy a few times but he was so nice and friendly that it seemed like I knew him all of my life. He was like a big Teddy Bear! I am so sorry for Carol and all of his family. My thoughts and prayers are for all of you.

ivy wilson

January 18, 2011

jim was the funniest and warmest guy at west m. he could always make you smile, even on bad days. i think we shared a spanking our junior year. he went first so i could see what was coming. condolences to his family.

CINDY FOX

January 18, 2011

So awful sorry for your loss..he has went through a lot in his short years..May God wrap him up and show his love..My thoughts and prayers are with the family! Love, Cindy

January 17, 2011

I worked with with Jim at Owens Brockway.
So sorry to hear of your loss at such a young age.
GOD BLESS...
Tom Latier

January 17, 2011

Condolences to Jim's family. Cherish the memories and hold tight to each other.

Celeste (Wince) Lewis, classmate '77

Debbie & Ben

January 17, 2011

Candy and Gary,Always rememder the smile Jimmy had on his Face.The memories and your faith in God will get you through this .He will always be in your heart.Our thoughts and prayers are with you

Trudy (Hartman) Eaves

January 17, 2011

God bless and comfort you at this sad time.

A 1977 WMHS Classmate,

Steve Johnson

January 17, 2011

Jim was a neighbor growing up, and a coworker later in life. He was a good man and will be missed. Sorry for your loss.

Gloria Stubbs

January 16, 2011

Dear Balsey Family,

We were saddened and shocked to hear about
Jim's passing. John grew up beside Jim, they had great times together. He will be missed.

John and Gloria Stubbs

James Balsley with his newest grandson Parker.

January 16, 2011

Tina Starkey

January 15, 2011

Chris and Michael your dad was always joking around with me..I'll always remember his ornry smile..I am so sorry for your loss!!

Lori Lynch Julian

January 15, 2011

Dear Balsley Family,
Jim was a good friend to me. We laughed, cried, and loved each other like family for many years. I called him my Teddy bear buddy. I'll miss our phone conversations. I'll miss my buddy. May God bless you all!

miranda kreis

January 15, 2011

We are sorry to hear about your loss Chris, Mike and family our thoughts and prayers are with you He will be sadly missed.The Aldreds

Jeri Perry

January 15, 2011

I'm so sorry for your loss. Jim and I have been friends for a long time. He will be missed. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Chargers just lost a big fan.

Krista Kelly

January 15, 2011

Dear Chris...I am so sorry to hear of your loss..you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Hope Ann (Outland) Conrad

January 15, 2011

Carol and family,
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of Jimmy Jay You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Joe & Tina Mason

January 15, 2011

to all family members jim will be sadly missed he was a fun guy to be around and always had a good time with friends and family

Bonnie Bailey

January 15, 2011

Sorry for your loss..Jim was a good person..I remember all his kindness when we were neighbor's..He will be missed by many..

Eric Bowser

January 15, 2011

Sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family.- Eric and Marlee Bowser

Mandi Ireton-Besser

January 15, 2011

Mike, Chris and family,
Your dad was a great man. We all will remember the great times with him! Al of you guys are in my thoughts and prayers as I know how hard the next several months will be to come.... Remember they are all in a better place watching over us!

RJ & Kim Tomson

January 15, 2011

For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son that whosoever believeth in Him shall not perish, but have everlasting life. (John 3:16)

Linda Davis

January 15, 2011

Carol, Candy, Chris, and Mike and Family. Jim certainly will be sorely missed. He was a very nice person to know and be friends with. May God be you all of you in this time of sorrow. Linda Davis

Sue Davis

January 15, 2011

Jim was one of a kind and will be missed by all. The memories that you have will make it easier but at times you will still feel lost without him to talk to and get his advise. His words and actions will live with you forever when you think of him. That is what will make you smile as time goes on. You will never forget him and he will always be with you in your heart.

brenda smith

January 15, 2011

sorry carol to hear about jim, our thoughts and prayers are with you

January 15, 2011

So very sorry to hear of the loss of Jim, he was a classmate of mine and a friend who I will always remember. Was always such a joy to see him which unfortunately was not to often. Gods peace and comfort to all of his family.
Becky "Clark" Martin

Randy Allen An Family

January 15, 2011

It can be so hard to face the new year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.

Ron & Sandy Tomson

January 15, 2011

My Sister Carol Kay:
May GOD BLESS YOU and YOUR FAMILY
in this Time of Sorrow. We love
and PRAY for YOU and JAMES.
GOD BLESS and Keep YOU FOREVER.

James Jay Balsley (12 July 1959-12 January 2011)

Michael Balsley

January 15, 2011

Dad,
You were not only my father but also my best friend. I will cherish all of the life lessons, praises, advise, lectures and memories. I am so proud to be able to call you my father and look forward to seeing you again someday. You will be missed terribly.

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