Michael S. Balcer Obituary
In loving memory of Michael S. Balcer of Allison Park, Pennsylvania, who departed this world on January 7, 2026 at the age of 68. Michael leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Stanley M. Balcer, and Bernardine C. Balcer, Jr. (Koncewicz); his father-in-law Howard Sylvis; and his brother-in-law Greg Sylvis. He is survived by: his spouse Aliza Balcer (Sylvis); his child Taylor Jessica Balcer; his siblings, Cynthia A. Jablonski (late John) and Brian M. Balcer (Aleta M.); his parent-in-law Michele; his brother-in-law Don Sylvis; his siblings' children, Jennifer Jablonski, Jordan Grybel, Nick, Chris and Regan Sylvis; and his great-nephew Mason Cleaver. He is also survived by aunts, uncles and numerous cousins and friends.
Visitation was held on Sunday, January 11th 2026 from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Walter J. Zalewski Funeral Home (216 44th St, Pittsburgh, PA 15201). A funeral service was held on Monday, January 12th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Mario Lemieux Foundation at http://www.mariolemieux.org.
