Irene L. Ballance
May 18, 1934 - October 6, 2024
Irene L. Ballance, age 90, of New Castle, DE, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on Sunday, October 6, 2024.
Born in Wilmington, DE, on May 18, 1934, she was a daughter of the late Michael and Stella (Skonieczna) Lehowit. Irene was a graduate of Wilmington High School. She proudly served in the United States Army during the Korean War as a sergeant and was a secretary to General Omar Bradley.
Irene loved to watch sports and never missed an Eagles or Phillies game. She also enjoyed bowling in her spare time. Most of all, she loved being with her family.
In addition to her parents, Irene was preceded in death by her loving husband, Linden F. Ballance, Sr.; children, Daniel L. Ballance and Thomas M. Ballance; and siblings, Raymond Lehowit and Lillian McMichael. She is survived by her children, Richard T. Ballance (Mary), Linden F. Ballance, Jr. (Sandy), Joanne B. Scatasti (Joseph), Kathleen J. Michaels (Ron), and Jeffrey J. Ballance; sister, Carol Parsons; and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
The Ballance family would like to extend a special thank you to Compassionate Care Hospice for the exceptional care they provided to Irene.
All services will be held privately.
In lieu flowers, donations may be made in Irene’s memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or online by clicking here; or to the Brandywine Valley SPCA, 290 Churchmans Road, New Castle, DE 19720 or online by clicking here.
Alexis and Paul
We are so very sorry for your loss. Sending you and your family prayers and a big hug.
W. Mike McMichael
My sincere condolences on the recent loss of Aunt Irene. She taught me a few things back in the day when growing up. We will all miss her.
Barbara Barone Marshall
Our deepest sympathies to the Ballance family. It’s nice to know that your mother passed in the house where she raised her family. It was nice having her family in the neighborhood.
Sharon Nardo
Joanne & Family,
I am truly sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. I have always enjoyed seeing her and talking to her. I’m praying for all of you during this difficult time. Sincerely
Sharon Nardo
Michelle Bolinski
So very sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with Irene’s family . I was one of the therapists who took care of her in her home many years ago from St. Francis.
May she rest in peace.
David Cannon
I was in high school with Tommy way back when, I’m sorry to hear of the loss of Mrs. Ballance. New Castle was a great place to grow up, many fond memories, will be praying for all of you.
Pat & Judy Colonna
Rich & Family
Very sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. May she rest in peace.