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.