Sally A. Balanis Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

SALLY A. BALANIS Sally A. Balanis, 86, of Great Bend, PA was called home to be with the Lord and reunited with her husband of 63 years, Gary in Heaven on April 17, 2021. Gary predeceased her in 2019. Sally is the daughter of the late Arthur and Vera Gathany. Sally is survived by her children, Randy Balanis and Tam (Chris) Rood; two grandchildren, Rachel and Christian; a niece, Audrey (Greg) Rickard; great nephew, Kevin Rickard; and several extended family members. Sally was a member of the former Christian and Missionary Alliance Church, Great Bend, PA. She was the constant companion and devoted wife to Gary, accompanying him on various adventures. They volunteered together at the Caring Community Food Pantry and she was an Auxiliary member of the V.F.W. Post #6223. She enjoyed cooking, baking, shopping, and planting her flowers. She especially cherished her title of Nana. Mom and Nana was deeply loved and will be dearly missed. One consolation is knowing that Sally and Gary are together again. At Sally’s request, there will be no public services. Arrangements are under the direction of the Tuttle-Yeisley Funeral Home, Inc., Hallstead, PA. In her honor, please hug your family close and give your pets some extra affection.

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Sally A. Balanis

March 30, 1935 - April 17, 2021