Francis was born on August 18, 1935, to Anna (Fox) and Orville Balliet in Van Wert, Ohio. He was the youngest of seventeen children. His parents and siblings all preceded him in death.
Francis met the love of his life, Arlene (Torres) and they were married on February 2, 1957, at Calvary Chapel in Van Wert. They shared a wonderful and amazing 65 years together. The couple was blessed with three sons and two daughters: Terry (Mary) Balliet of Peoria, AZ; Diana Balliet of Phoenix, AZ; Tracy (Gina) Balliet of Springfield, MO; Teresa (Tim) Davis of Traverse City, MI; and David (Kris) Balliet of Peoria, AZ. Francis also leaves behind five grandchildren and six great grandchildren.
Over the years, Francis had many enjoyments in life: he always had a love for horses, playing golf, watching The Ohio State Buckeyes, road trips, social gatherings with his church family, and reading the Word of God. He was a graduate of Van Wert High School (class of 1954) and a graduate of Pacific Coast Baptist Bible College (class of 1979). He was a devoted member of Cornerstone Baptist Church, located in Phoenix, serving on the staff for a number of years.
Francis will be missed by his devoted wife and family as well as the many people he touched through his church ministry. Memorial service will be held at Cornerstone Baptist Church (4041 E Phelps Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85032) on Saturday, July 2nd at 10:00am.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.AdvantageMaryvale.com for the Balliet family.
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