My wife Linda and I are so sorry for your loss. Though I went to school in the same grade with David, I certainly remember all the Balkin's, especially Rick and Colleen. My Mom and Dad have kept me up to speed with what Mrs. Balkin was going through. Distance has made it hard to visit regularly, and our lives get busy, but know we have tried to keep up with our Williamsville friends and neighbors, even if in spirit. Your mom seemed very strong and a fighter. From one Wickham Dr. neighbor to another, my thoughts are with you.

Colleen: My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Our Heavenly Father says we shall know our parents in Heaven, a promise of future meeting. "Wait on the Lord; be of good courage, and he shall strengthen thine heart: wait, I say, on the Lord." Psalm 27:14 I pray you and loved ones find courage and strength - Maggie Powell

David and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Having each lost a parent, we know the deep sorrow you feel. Take comfort in knowing that your Mom will always live on in your memories and with the countless life lessons she has already passed on to you over the years. Given her struggle near the end of her long life, we are grateful that she passed peacefully and no longer suffers. With deepest sympathy, Kevin and Betsy Carswell

Dear Colleen and your entire family, Please know that our prayers and sincere thoughts of sorrow for your loss are with you, now and always. Terence S. Dusseault & Family