Gary Lee Balke Obituary
The passing of Gary Lee Balke (Quincy, Illinois), born in Collinsville, Illinois leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on September 8, 2024 at the age of 76. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Leroy Balke and Alma Mateer Balke; and his brother Darrell Balke. He is survived by: his wife Lia; his children, Erin Bower (Shane) of Columbia, MO and Michael Balke of Gilbert, AZ; his grandchildren, Julia Bower of Chicago, IL, William Bower of DesMoines, IA, Jack Bower of Columbia, MO, Kaleb Balke of Gilbert, AZ and Nolan Balke of Gilbert, AZ; and his brother Nelson Balke of Madison, WI..
Visitation was held on Thursday, September 12th 2024 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Hansen-Spear Funeral Home (1535 State St, Quincy, IL 62301). A funeral service was held on Friday, September 13th 2024 at 10:00 AM at the same location.
Memorial donations may be made to First Christian Church or to American Parkinson's Disease Association, Greater St. Louis Chapter (APDA).
