Mary Ballinger

Mary Louise Ballinger, age 77, of New Paris, OH, passed away peacefully Friday, March 15, 2013 after an extended illness. She was born August 20, 1935 in Hamilton, OH to the late Green & Dollie (Wells) Larison. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother to all. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by several brothers and sisters. Survived by her loving husband of 62 years Gene Ballinger of New Paris; children Connie (Ron) Spencer of Eaton, OH; Carolyn (Paul) Truax of Eaton; and Don (Diane) Ballinger of Eaton: grandchildren Shana (Ross) Roberts of Greenville, OH; Jon Spencer of Eaton, OH; Mandy Spencer of West Alexandria, OH; Erin (Jamie) Miller of Eaton; Matthew Curtis of Eaton; Laura (Ritchie) Gingry of New Paris; Brent Ballinger of Columbus, GA: great granddaughter who lived with her, Emilie Satterfield of New Paris; and numerous great grandchildren. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family, with arrangements entrusted to Robert L. Crooks Funeral Center at Preble Memory Gardens, West Alexandria. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Mary Ballinger please visit our Sympathy Store.