William John 'Bill' Balaam (16 May 1939 - 31 Mar 2021)

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In loving memory of William John 'Bill' Balaam who sadly passed away on 31st March 2021.
Bill was a true gent, a gentle giant, often referred to as ‘Big Bill’; an amazing man who touched the lives of everyone he met.
He loved his family and was always so very proud of everything they did and achieved. He was also very fond of green bowls, was a member of clubs in Rayleigh, Basildon and previously Stonyhill. He also represented the County on many occasions.
He really enjoyed his golf too, playing with his friends and with his local society of ‘Old Codgers’.
We know he made many friends throughout his life and he’ll leave a hole that can’t be filled.
RIP Bill.

Jackie Stone donated £50 in memory of William

Donated on behalf of Mavis Lagden. Thanks so much xx

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Lisa Homan-Lake donated £10 in memory of William

Sleep well uncle Bill. Xxx

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Doreen Stockwell donated £40 in memory of William
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Doree and family Stockwell wrote

Many people will walk in and out of your life, but only true friends leave footprints on your heart.
Sending all our love Doreen and family

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Billy Hale donated £30 in memory of William

Rest in peace Bill, you were a lovely man and will be sorely missed by everyone. Love from Pam, Fred and Hale family xx

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Marie and Mick Homan donated in memory of William

It’s not going to be the same without you Bill. We will cherish our lovely memories of 40 years of friendship, I’m sure the first one to greet you will be Tina. Until we meet again, sleep easy. Never forget you, all our love Mick, Marie and family xxx

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Alyssa Charles donated in memory of William

Sending so much love for such a wonderful man <3

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Billy Hale donated in memory of William

RIP Grandad, I’ll miss you so much xx

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Jackie Stone donated £45 in memory of William

Donation kindly received from Jenny, Rob, Katie & Rob x thanks so much 🥰

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Neil Lagden donated £30 in memory of William

A lovely cause for a lovely man, Will be him greatly.
Love from Neil, Manda, Elise and Abby xxxx

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Jackie Stone donated £90 in memory of William

Donations from Maurice, Beattie, Rosemary and Keith. Thanks to you all x

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Wendy Wooster donated £20 in memory of William

Rest in peace, all our love wendy, Steve and boys

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  • Thanks from us all xxx

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Lisa Freeman donated £30 in memory of William

Always in our hearts Always in our Memories
Lots of Love
Lisa ,Caleigh & Ben xxx

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Lee Hall donated in memory of William
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Val Woollett donated £40 in memory of William

From the heart with all our love. We will always remember xxx

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Elise Lagden wrote

Going to miss you Uncle Bill! You were a true gent until the end, one of the kindest and warmest men I knew, and a man who genuinely gave some of the best hugs known to humanity. Won't be the same without you. Love to all of the family xx

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Daniele Parnell wrote

In loving memory of the one and only Uncle Bill.
Spent so many years of my childhood in your company and many gatherings and celebrations thought your life ... you were like a second father to me ❤️
You truly were a legend. Have fun up there with Mum and you will be so missed xxx love you Uncle Bill xx

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Mick & Marie Homan wrote

Can’t believe I’m writing this for Bill , you will be sadly missed it won’t be the same without you , you were the lovelyist man, god bless never forget you ,until we meet again ,Mick Marie and family.xxx❤️💖💕

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Harry Kray donated £20 in memory of William
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Susan Agridhiotis donated £100 in memory of William

In loving memory of Bill, RIP, forever in our thoughts and prayers love from Sue & Mike xxx

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Susan Agridhiotis wrote

Thank you Bill for being you! Kind, Funny and Genuine. For giving me your beloved daughter Jackie as a lifelong friend and for embracing Mike and I into your family on many happy occasions, holidays, weddings, christenings, birthdays and all manner of celebrations. Love always to you, Kit, Jackie, Bill, Lee, Toni, Billy, Molly, Robbie, Sam & Callum and all the extended family. May the candles lit for you burn for eternity. RIP Bill, Sue & Mike x

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Natalie Calvert donated £50 in memory of William

A true gentleman.

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Theresa Jay wrote

Uncle Bill you was a true and loving man you and auntie kit looked after me when I was younger to put me on the straight and narrow path which you both did for me your going to be truly missed but never forgotten you will always be in my ❤ .x

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Sally Webber donated in memory of William

A true gent ❤️

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