of Little Rock, AR
March 16, 1936 - February 2, 2019
ROBERT (Bob) J. BALHORN, SR., 82, took his last flight as he departed this world on February 2, 2019. He was born March 16, 1936, in Cameron, TX. He is preceded in death by his parents, William W. Balhorn and his wife, Bertha M. Andres Balhorn, one daughter, Kristan (Krissy) E. Balhorn Sines. Bob is survived by his wife, Janice Leisen Balhorn and one son, R. J. Balhorn of Dallas, TX and 3 grandchildren.
Bob graduated in 1958 from Texas A & M University as a R.O.T.C. Officer with an Aeronautical Degree. Bob immediately entered the U.S. Air Force in 1958 and served until 1963. He became a B- 47 Bomber Pilot and flew several missions during the Cuban/Kennedy Crisis.
Bob met his future wife, Janice Leisen, from Aberdeen, S.D., as "Miss Wool of South Dakota" in the national contest at San Angelo, TX. Air Force Officers were asked to escort the contestants and Bob escorted Janice. A fairytale romance evolved and Bob and Janice were married on May 14, 1960.
Bob joined forces with a brother-in-law and moved to Aberdeen , S.D. to enter the Real Estate business. Later Bob and Janice moved to Little Rock and entered the Real Estate Industry here. Bob became the Vice President of the Arkansas Real Estate Association and a Registered Lobbyist. Bob refused to retire and maintained his own business as a Real Estate Appraiser. He also was the broker for a Real Estate Auction firm.
Bob had many loves besides his family as his first love. He had been an active water skier, loved woodworking and building. He remained faithful to the Texas A & M University and was a dedicated and devoted "Aggie" all his life. He was a member of the Texas A & M Association of Former Students and attended every football game that the Aggies played against the Razorbacks until this past year. He failed to go due to severe illness.
Visitation Services will be held on Friday, February 8, 2019 at 10:00 am- 11:00 am followed immediately with Memorial Services from 11:00 am to 11:45 am at the Roller-Chenal Funeral Home Chapel, 13801 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock, AR 72211. Arrangements by Roller Chenal Funeral Home (501) 224-8300.
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6 Condolence(s)
Kenny Hall
Thursday, February 7, 2019
Very sorry to hear about Bob's passing. He was a mentor and supporter when I started lobbying 20 years ago. May he Rest in Peace and may God grant peace and comfort to his family.
JoAnn Bieber
Thursday, February 7, 2019
Jan, My sympathy He will be missed by our 57 class reunions I am so sorry for your loss. JoAnn Bieber
Dennis McDermott
Thursday, February 7, 2019
Jan,
I am so sorry for your loss. I met Bob and you as EVP for Missouri Association of REALTORS. I always enjoyed seeing the two of you at regional and national meetings of NAR. I know Bob loved his Aggies -- from Bob I learned my first Aggies and Longhorn jokes! God bless you.
Barbara (Keith) Johnson
Thursday, February 7, 2019
So sorry for your loss, Jan. The Class of 57 will miss Bob.
Debra Redding
Wednesday, February 6, 2019
Jan.....You are in my thoughts and prayers!
I am sorry for your loss.
I have fond memories of working with you
at Ann's Wedding Center.
You were a delight!
David Alphin
Wednesday, February 6, 2019
So sorry to hear about Bob’s passing. I enjoyed working with him with the Arkansas Realtors Assn.
He & I became friends during that time.
He will be missed by all.
Prayers are with Jan for peace during this difficult time.
David Alphin
ARA Past President, 1987