Join us in a Celebration of Life!
Patricia Ann Balazs (Proctor) July 2, 1935 ~ May 16, 2015
Patricia Ann Balazs (nee Proctor), 79, of Ravenna, Ohio passed over from complications of multiple myeloma on May 16, 2015. She was born July 2, 1935 in Ravenna, Ohio to Hazel and George Simpson Proctor. She grew up in Ravenna and graduated with honors from Kent State University. Patricia married John Balazs on March 17, 1956 and began raising their family. She taught Kindergarten at Rootstown Elementary School for 30 years, retiring in 1996. She had a vey active and enjoyable retirement pursuing many interests including singing in the Kent Choral Society, designing and building miniature museum-quality doll houses, cooking, joining a garden club and traveling with her husband. She is survived by her husband John, sons Stephen of Kent, Marty (Paula) of Tallmadge, Jeffrey (Julie) of Cleveland Heights, grandchildren, Erica, Lauren, Aaron and Jenna and nieces Jessamine and Julia, and sister-in-law Patricia Doyle. She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Bruce Proctor.
Services
An Open House in celebration of Pat's life will be held on July 2nd at Fred Fuller Park in the Roy Smith Shelter House starting at 4:00pm - rain or shine.
The event will be held on the 80th anniversary of Patricia's birth! So in the birthday tradition of gift giving, we ask that you share a commemorative writing (a cherished memory, story or inspiring anecdote) on Patricia's behalf. You can do so here... Condolences . We will then compile all of your written words in a bound book available for your viewing at the event. Also, if you have a favorite photo of Pat that you would like to share, please bring it with you. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Herb Society in care of Ms. Helena Parry, 7389 St. Rte. 43, Kent, Ohio 44240.
Refreshments provided.
You may bring a dish to pass.