James E. Balenger

James E. Balenger

Age 84, of Mt. Lebanon, formerly Washington D.C. and the Southern Chesapeake Bay.  Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 11, 2021 Husband of the late Francis (Dunnington) Balenger.  Beloved and Devoted father of Rhonda (Mark) Coughenour and the late Thomas Balenger.  Brother of Doris Thompson, Shirley Meader, Joseph, Michael, Stephen, and the late Gerald Balenger. Preceded in death by parents Gertrude (Stone) and Theodore "Ted" Balenger.  Also survived by many nieces, nephews and friends. Jim was a avid gardener growing up on the Chesapeake Bay, fishing, hunting and loving the outdoors.  He was formerly employed by United Steel of America as a printer for over 40 years, and finally living in Pittsburgh and enjoying his time at Trader Jack's Flea Market.  As per Jim's wishes, the SERVICE WAS PRIVATE, he will be laid to rest by his wife Francis in Maryland.  He will be sorely missed by his family and all who knew him.