John J Balthaser

John J. Balthaser, 66, of Lancaster, died at home after a brief illness on Saturday, May 7, 2011.

John was a sergeant in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War. He worked many years for both Conrail and Premix. He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles, Aerie 2120; AMVETS Post 1985; and the American Legion Post 11. John was also a huge Kansas City Chiefs fan.

John is survived by his partner, Betty Bright; step-daughter, Charity (Kyle) Smith; daughter, Yvonne Darlene (Terry) Springer; sister, Karen Young; brother, Frank E. Balthaser, Jr., grandchildren, Nikki, Cole, and Dakota; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents Frank and Audrey Balthaser.

Graveside service will be held at 2:30 PM Thursday at Floral Hills Memory Gardens, Lancaster with Pastor Thomas McGranor officiating. John would be honored if you want to wear your favorite sports team attire to the graveside services.

Graveside Service

Thursday May 12, 2011 , 2:30 PM at Floral Hills Memory Gardens