James Frederick Balala's Obituary
Fred was born to Joseph and Ocie Balala on November 19th, 1940 in Massillon, Ohio. His full name is “James Frederick Balala”. He graduated from Sunnyside High School. Fred married the love of his life, Ms. Beatrice A. Balzell, on January 1st, 1968. He was always a loving husband and father. Fred loved working on old cars. He also spent about 30 years working on small engines for the City of San Diego, retiring in 1999. After 49 years of marriage, at the age of 76, Fred unfortunately passed away on June 19th, 2017. He is survived by his wife, Beatrice A. Balala; his daughter, Rebecca Moreno (with spouse, Robert Moreno Jr.); his son, Robert Balala; his siblings, Ron and Marnie; 2 grandchildren; and a host of nephews, cousins and friends.The family will be having a private family gathering.
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