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Obituary: Susan G. Balash, 60, of Stratford

A teacher's aide at Second Hill Lane Elementary, she cherished the time she spent with all her wonderful children until retiring last summer

(Image via Dennis & D'Arcy Funeral Home)

Information via Dennis & D'Arcy Funeral Home

Susan Gail Balash, 60, passed away suddenly at her home on April 26, 2019. Born Susan Card on March 16, 1959 in Bridgeport to Raymond Card and Lois Paquette Card, she was predeceased by her husband, Joseph Balash Jr. She is survived by her three daughters, Jennifer, Sarah and husband Dustin Steller, and Kelly and Brandon Walters, and most importantly, the light of her life, her granddaughter Josephina. She is also survived by her parents, and siblings Lois Straz, Chris Card, Bruce Card, Carol Card, Joan Card & Mark Card and their spouses, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

A lifelong resident of Stratford, she was a teacher's aide at Second Hill Lane Elementary. She cherished the time she spent with all her wonderful children until she retired last summer. She enjoyed reading, gardening, crossword puzzles and spending time with her family. She will be missed more than words can say.

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In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to be made to Second Hill Lane Elementary School in Stratford in Sue's name.

For more information and to leave online condolences, visit Dennis & D'Arcy Funeral Home here.

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