Edward A. Balz Jr., 89, of Powhatan, passed away on Sunday, October 21, 2018. He was preceded in death by his spouse of 64 years, Mabel Childress Balz. He is survived by his two sons, Edward A. Balz III and William H. Balz; sister, Edwina Sheldahl; and brother-in-law, Lester K. Childress (Carol). A memorial service will be held at Redeemer Lutheran Church on Tuesday, October 30 at 11 AM. Interment will be private.