Jean F. Balch

Jean F. Balch, Age 87, Resident of Geneva, Ohio, passed away Sunday, December 19, 2010 at Sanctuary of Geneva. Born January 17, 1923 in Madison, Ohio, to Jessie (Taylor) & George Balch She began teaching in Leroy Township and retired from North Madison School district. Jean was a member of the Western Reserve Historical Society. She loved and enjoyed spending time with her family. She is survived by Sisters, Phyllis Close of Madison & Janet Moore of Geneva; Nieces & Nephews, Diane, Nora, Dennis, Doreen, George, John, Donald, Gail, Mark Many great- and great-great-nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; aunt, Frances Balch; brother, William Balch; Sister, Georgia Ann Znidarsic; nephews, William, David & Connor Friends will be received 11:00 AM -12:00 Noon, Thursday, December 23, 2010, at the Behm Family Funeral Homes & Crematory, 26 River Street, Madison, Ohio. Funeral Services will follow at 12:00 Noon. Final Resting Place will be at Middle Ridge Road Cemetery in Madison. Contributions may be made to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 300 East 185th St., Cleveland, OH 44119.