Claudia S. Balko Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Claudia S. Balko of South Lyon, Michigan, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on July 30, 2025 at the age of 72. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Claudia S. Balko to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, G. Carlos Long and Norma Long (Allen). She is survived by: her husband Rex F. Balko; her daughters, Jessica Giffen (Matthew) and Ashley Heath (Joseph); her sister Brenda Pawluchuk; and her grandchildren, Jack, Max, John, Blake and Molly. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate memorial contributions to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (https://givenow.lls.org) or the Special Olympics of Michigan.

August 7, 2025
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