He was a member of St. Ambrose Catholic Church in Deerfield Beach for many years.
Following 4 years of service in the U.S. Navy, he retired from Chrysler as a master electrician.
He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law Dale and Debra Balazich, his daughter, Racine Balazich, and grandson Brandon Papuga.
He loved people and will be missed by many.