Edward J. Bala

July 1, 1941- August 11, 2025

Edward J Bala passed away at home, surrounded by family. He proudly served in the U.S. Army. After his service, he was hired into The Boeing Company and retired after 43 years.

In 1967, Edward married Earline, whom he met at Boeing. They shared 58 wonderful years together.

Edward is survived by his wife; children Roy, Ray, and Chad (Stephanie) Bala; grandchildren Erik (Natasha), Ellen (Caleb), Reid, Derynn, Cade, Olin, Riley, Reese; and 3 great-grandchildren (Dash, Tommy and Duncan), sister Francis Little (NC); and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents John and Dorothy Bala and brothers John and Patrick Bala. Edward had a very large extended family and was Papa to many.

A celebration of Edward’s life will be held at St. Stephen the Martyr, 13055 SE 192nd St., in Renton on Thursday, October 16, 2025. A funeral mass will be held at 11:00 am followed by a luncheon. Interment will take place at Tahoma National Cemetery, 18600 SE 240th St., in Kent at 3:00 pm.