With regret, our loving mother, Barbara Balla, passed away Saturday, June 18, 2016. She is survived by a brother, Franklin (Dee) Frischer of Phoenix, AZ, a sister, Marcia Hall of Livingston, LA, daughters: Irene E. Balla, Jennifer R. Balla, Christine A. McCroskey (Steve). Three loving granddaughters: Jordanna A. (Andrew) Henson, Dianna N. Balla, Julianna I. Balla, and two great grandsons: Ryan A. Henson and Matthew A. Henson, and several nieces and nephews throughout the country. And of course her faithful, loving companion, Docey who always went to work with her. There will not be any services per mom's request. Memorial contributions can be sent to the family or to any hospice care. Condolences may be expressed at dentonwood.com