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Loren Windsor Glen Balsom June 28, 1939 - December 16, 2023

Passed away suddenly at Dr. G B Cross Memorial Hospital, Clarenville on Saturday, December 16, 2023, Loren Balsom of Clarenville, age 84 years.  Predeceased by his daughter Colette; sister Judy Grandy and brother Murray Balsom.  Left with fond and loving memories his wife Eileen of 56 years; sons Glen (Crystal), Matthew (Christina) and Jamie; son-in-law Benjamin; grandchildren Ashley, Brooke, Daylan, Grayson, Rylinn, Lucas, Amber, Samantha and Matthew; great grandchildren Noah Mitchell, Adian, Kingston and Sebastian; sisters Glenda Rogers, Wilma Walters and Elaine Cluett (George Sam); brother Vernon Balsom (Louise); many nieces, nephews and a large circle of family and friends.  In keeping with his wishes, cremation will take place.

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    Beverly says

    My deepest condolences to the family I .had many wonderful chats and laugh with Lorne over the years .This pass summer he gave me some caplin .I always looked forward to our chats when I walked pass his home .Hugs to all his family

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      Dwayne and Ena Kendell says

      Our hearts are broken. Dwayne and I will surely miss you on our visits back to St. John’s each year. Loved stopping in for a chat with you and listening to your stories as you always had one and we could count on a few belly laughs. Sending lots of love to you Aunt Eileen and all the family. You will be forever missed Uncle Loren

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        Ida Calabrese says

        My heart felt condolence’s go out to the family at this very difficult time.May his memory be locked in your hearts forever.Rest In Eternal Peace

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    Tony Walters says

    So sad to hear. Condolences to all the family.

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    Geraldine Pomroy says

    Sincere condolences to Eileen and all the family . I hope your happy memories will help you through this sad time.

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    Jim Hawkins says

    On behalf of the Marine Atlantic Pensioners Society (MAPS) and certainly on a personal note I hereby extend our condolences to the extended Balsom Families . We all sailed together many times with the CNR and MAI.

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    Laurie (Aylward) Murray says

    Eileen, Glen, Matthew and Jaime so deeply saddened to hear the news of Lorne’s passing thoughts and prayers to each of you and your families

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    Don Drodge says

    So sorry to hear this news thoughts and prayers for all family and friends

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    Tammy Grandy says

    My deepest condolences Aunt Eileen and to all the Family. He will surely be missed, Hugs to you all

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    Florence Humby says

    Eileen and family. So very sorry to hear about Loren, I remember when he would come up to Irving, he was always so friendly. A lovely man.

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    Tina Balsom says

    We will miss you deeply pop! No words can express the loss. May you rest in peace a watch over mom and the kids.
    Sending much love, strength and healing to everyone.

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    Rev. Donna Hann says

    We extend our deepest and heartfelt condolences to Lorne’s wife Eileen, his children, grand and great grandchildren and all his family and close friends. Sending special thoughts, prayers, love and hugs for you Glenda, we are all thinking about you and yours, during this very difficult time.
    From Rev. Donna and members and friends at Memorial United Church, Clarenville and Trinity UC , iDeep Bight.

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    Dorothy Baker says

    My sincere Condolences to Eileen and family, my thoughts and prayers will be with you in the difficult days ahead, sending love,

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    Shirley says

    My condolences to you Glen, Crystal, Ashley and all the family.

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    Darlene Kendell-Brushett says

    Eileen and family I am so sorry for your loss, you were sure to be laughing when you were in his company, take care, love you !!!

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    Kelly Greening- Thoburn says

    Spent a good many nights sleeping at his house with Collette, he was my dad’s best friend and she was mine!! My heart breaks for everyone, he was a Legend out on the point and certainly someone we could all count on when the chips were down!! I will miss his quick comebacks and saucy little grin!! Love ❤️ you Lorne you will me greatly missed but never forgotten!! Kelly

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