Born in Queens, NY, Marie was a resident of Port St. Lucie for 32 years, moving from Toms River, NJ, and retiring to Orlando, FL.
She was a graduate of State University College at Oneonta, NY, earning her Bachelor's Degree in Education and of Florida Atlantic University, earning her Master’s Degree in Education.
Prior to retirement, Mrs. Balchunas was a Science Teacher for the St. Lucie County elementary and middle school districts for more than 30 years, with a total of 47 of teaching our future.
She was a devoted member of St. Lucie Catholic Church in Port St. Lucie, and a member of the National Teacher’s Association.
Marie was predeceased by her husband Joseph in 2010.
Survivors include two sons, Joseph Balchunas, Jr., and his wife Bree of Orlando, FL, John Balchunas and his wife Jennifer of Port St. Lucie, FL; one brother, John Nekunas and his wife Lenora of Parksley, VA; one grandchild, Elizabeth (Ellie); and four step-grandchildren Jansen, Gage, Austin and Shelbymarie.
A Memorial Service will be Friday, August 31, 2012, 3:30PM at the Aycock Funeral Home Chapel, Port St. Lucie, FL.
Arrangements are entrusted to Aycock Funeral Home, Port St. Lucie, FL. Please visit and sign our guest register book at www.aycockportstlucie.com.
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