Suddenly at home on Friday, January 24, 2014 in his 72nd year. Loving husband of Louise Ballance. Dear brother to Cecil Ballance. Beloved son-in-law of Marg Elliott. Cherished brother-in-law to Allan Elliott. Predeceased by his parents Merlin and Hazel Ballance and his sister Sheila. Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Friends are invited to visit with the family at Lannin Funeral Home, Smiths Falls, on Tuesday, January 28, 2014 from 12 noon until time of funeral service in the chapel at 2 o'clock. Interment will take place in the spring in Merrickville Union cemetery. As expressions of sympathy donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association or Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences available at www.lannin.ca