Richard S.V. Balian

Born to Eternal Life, Sunday, March 13, 2011 at 73 years. Left to share in his memories are his beloved wife: Sharon; loving children: Sheila (Beaumont) Hagebak, Rebecca (Joseph) Desch, Mari Trific and Greg (Julie). Also survived by his cherished sister: Mary Haidarian and adoring grandchildren: Emily, Lauren, Henry and Charlie, sister-in-law: Joan (Bob) Jaskowiak and numerous loving nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Reunited with his father: Mehran, mother: Margaret, sister: Sharon and brother: Sam.

Visitation Friday 10:00-11:30AM At ST MESROB ARMENIAN APOSTOLIC CHURCH (4605 Erie St, Racine) with Funeral Services 11:30AM.

Our brave Richard will be sadly missed by his entire family and many friends.

Our deepest gratitude to the staff of Cornerstone Hospice in Florida for their tender care of Richard.

In lieu of flowers, memorials for Cornerstone Hospice, St Mesrob Armenian Church or Holy Resurrection Cemetery appreciated.