Edward Stanley "Ski" Balicheski
December 22, 1937 ~ January 23, 2015
Services:
A Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, January 28, 2015 at 12:00PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Chapel, Leonardtown, MD, with Deacon Bill Nickerson officiating. Interment will follow in St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery Morganza, MD.
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Wednesday, January 28, 2015 from 11:00AM to 12:00PM in the Mattingley Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD
Edward Stanley “Ski” Balicheski, Sr., 77, of Solomon's, MD formerly from New Britain, CT., passed away on January 23, 2015 in Prince Frederick, MD. Born on December 22, 1937 in New Britain, CT, he was the son of the late Susan Balicheski and Frank Balicheski. Ski was the loving husband of Bernice Balicheski whom he married in Leonardtown. MD on June 15, 1978. Ski is survived by his children; Dennis M. Pope and Edward S. Balicheski, Jr. both of Louisiana, and 2 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his siblings; Rosalind Ward, Stanley Balicheski, and Betty Lou Balicheski. He graduated from High school, and later moved to St. Mary’s County, MD in 1957.
Ski joined the United States Navy from January 12, 1955 to December 19, 1958, while serving on the USS Forrestal CV-59 and was a Flight Tester in Patuxent River, MD. He worked as an Inventory Management Specialist in Civil Service for 30 years, retiring in April, 1988. Ski was a member of the American Legion Post 255 in Ridge, MD.
The family will receive friends on Wednesday, January 28, 2015 from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Leonardtown. MD. A Funeral Service will follow in the funeral home chapel at 12:00PM with Deacon Bill Nickerson officiating. Interment will follow in St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery Morganza, MD. Pallbearers will be; Les Koslofsky, Ricky Long, Jeff Long, Dale Long, Robby Long and Scott Long.
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“Bernice, we were so saddened to hear of Ski’s passing. He was a fun guy. He has been missed from the bowling alley this past few months, and now will be even more so. We cannot fathom your loss, but will pass on many prayers for you and the rest of your family.”
“Bernice and family, I am so so sorry to hear about Ski passing away. He will be missed by all that knew and loved him. My thoughts and prayers are with you.”
“Bernice and family-so sorry to hear of Ski’s passing. Hold close the memories and remember, he will live on in your heart. Heaven gained another angel. Keeping you all in our prayers.”
“Bernice, so sorry to hear of Ski’s passing. We will remember all the good times we had. He always make us laugh. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Bertha & Rick”
“Bernice & Family – Although we are not able to attend “Ski”‘s funeral service, please know our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.”
“Bernice and Family, Larry and I were shocked and very sorry to learn of “Ski’s” passing! We regret we will not be able to attend the funeral as we are in FL; but, please know that we will be thinking about you and you are in our prayers.”
“Bernice, so sorry Ski has passed but, glad that he is not in pain. We know, he will be watching over you, Ed, and the girls. Surely, Baylah and Farryn will have his great smile and sense of humor….wonderful traits. Our love and prayers are with you all.”
“Bernice & Family, we are so sorry to learn pf Ski’s passing. He was always a joy to be around with his sense of humor. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.”
“Bernice, So sorry to hear about Ski. I’m sure you’ll be lost without him, but rest assured he’s with you in spirit. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the boys. “
“Uncle Ski, You were the best! Funny, friendly and always the life of the party, we already miss you!”
“Bernice, I am very sorry to hear of Ski’s passing, such a shock. I enjoyed seeing you both on the bus trips, and glad I was able to chat some with Ski on the Vegas trip in September. Hold your memories close to your heart, Ski will be with you. “
“Bernice, Dennis, & JR: My sincere condolences to all of you. We “Vallandingham” girls all had a chance to babysit for the boys over the years that you lived on Curleys Road. We were very fond of both of you and those boys! Guess that’s why we always let Dennis stay up late and sneak back to his room when you came up the drive (he wasn’t fooling either of you!) Ski will always be a part of you. Remember all the good times you shared. I will keep you in my prayers and think of you every time I past your old house.”
“BERNICE, WERE SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.SKI WAS A GOOD FRIEND. WE WILL MISS HIM ON THE GAMBLING BUS.MAY HE REST IN PEACCE.”
“Bernice, I was totally shocked when I looked at the obituaries and saw Eddie’s name there. We did enjoy the bus trips to Atlantic City together. You have our sincerest sympathy. Please let us know if we can do anything to help you in any way.”
“Bernice and family. I am very sorry for your loss. I knew Ski from working at PW Transportation many years ago. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. “
“Bernice and family, my most sincere condolences go to you now throughout this most difficult time. Ski was one of the sweetest, kindest, and funniest, men I ever met and he helped me so much learn the supply system, thus move on and up throughout my career there at Pax. I never heard anyone say a bad word about Ski. He was just so helpful and kind to everyone and always had that perpetual smile on his face. I will carry all the fun times and memories of him in my heart always, and hope your precious memories of this wonderful man help you also get through these next very difficult days and months. He certainly found a wonderful mate in you Bernice and you, too, were always so sweet and kind. God Bless you and his entire family. I am in FL and unable to attend his funeral but please know my thoughts and prayers will be there with you. R.I. P. Dear Ski! “
“Bernice, so sorry to hear about Ski’s passing. Curley’s Road had not bee the same without the two of you.”
“Bernice and JR-Diane and I are deeply sorry for the loss of Ski. We shared so many good times with the two of you. Playing cards, bus trips, family parties and bowling. We will truly miss such a dear friend. “
“Bernice and Jr, I am so sorry to hear of Ski passing. I know how these Balicheski men can steel your heart and fill you days with love and laughter. You both can be sure the whole family was waiting for him in heaven and that they are playing cards. My love and prayers to you both. Pat”
“Bernice I am so sorry to hear of Ski’s passing. May he rest in peace. The heart remembers most what it loved best. “
“Thinking of you”
“MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH THE FAMILY”
“Bernice, Dennis and JR – So sorry to hear about Ski. Though I haven’t seen you too much since you moved away from Ridge, I think of you daily as I pass by your old home on Curley Road. My fondest memory of Ski is from the days when I used to babysit Dennis and JR on bowling nights. When Ski and Bernice would return home, he would always insist that I play a couple of Atari games with him before I left to go home. I don’t know if he was really that bad of a player but I always managed to win. Ski was always the loser. He was a good friend and will be missed. My prayers and thoughts will be with you in the days ahead. Hold tight to the memories as they will help to ease your sorrow. My sincere condolences to each of you.”
“Bernice and Family, Ski was one of the best people I have ever known. He was always so jovial, humorous and genuine . It was a pleasure to work with him.”
“Bernice and Family – thoughts and prayers are with you.”
“Bernice and family, you have my condolences, sorry to read about the loss of your loved one “SKI”. Cherish the special memories you had with him, and always remember his smile. Ski had a great sense of humor and he loved life and he loved his Bernice more. Hold your head up and keep your hands in the Lord’s. Rev 21:4 And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain:for the former things are passed away. Worked with Ski in Public Works/NAS/Pax River.”
“Bernice, We are so sorry to hear of Ski’s passing. It was always great fun having the two of you with us on our trips. Heavy and Ski always took great care of the “tire checking”. Our thoughts and prayers as well as our friendship are with you. Our love to you. “
“Bernice, so sorry to read of your husband’s passing. Have good memories of times at St Michael’s School events when our children (Edward and Jessica) were in class together. My thoughts and prayers now and in the days ahead for you and also to Edward and his family. Take care and cherish the special memories. “
“Bernice, Dennis and J.R. Our hearts are heavy over the passing of our friend. We loved him and will miss him but have a lot of good memories. We are keeping you in our hearts and prayers. “
“Bernice, So sorry to hear about Ski, always a smile on his face. Take Care. God Bless”
“I just don’t know what to say. I was shocked when I heard about Ski’s passing. The Ridge Community has lost so many fine people over these last few months. My children and I loved Ski; what a funny guy. Keep your memories alive with stories about him, it helps. Our thoughts are with you today and always.”
“”Bernice and family. I am very sorry for your loss. I knew Ski from working at PW many years ago. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. “”
“Bernice, I was very sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts & prayers are with you & your entire family during this difficult time.”