Mr. Donald Thomas Balthrop's Obituary
“Hear my cry, O God; listen to my prayer. From the ends of the earth I call to you, I call as my heart grows faint; lead me to the rock that is higher than I. For you have been my refuge, a strong tower against the foe. I long to dwell in your tent forever and take refuge in the shelter of your wings.” Psalm 61: 1-4
'Godly - Generous - Humble'
Mr. Balthrop was a devout Christian member of Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church, Loving Husband, Devoted Father, and Proud Grandfather.
He graduated from Sumner High School as an Honor Student, Class '68; and then attended Washington University in St. Louis where he received his Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering, Class '78.
Mr. Balthrop was a dedicated employee of Monsanto Chemical, Borden Chemical (first black project chemical engineer), and Plant Manager at Air Liquide.
In God's care, he leaves his loving and devoted wife of 48 years, Helen Maxine Balthrop; son and daughter, Kenneth Earl Balthrop and Phoebe Nicole Balthrop; grandchildren, Dejah Balthrop, Kennedy Balthrop, Tyler Balthrop, Kenneth Earl Jr Balthrop and Darrian Balthrop.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas William Balthrop and Martina Johnson Balthrop.
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‘God Sent a Man’
God sent into our lives, a man.
Didn't tell us how long he could stay.
His laughter, his live, a helping hand,
He unselfishly gave away.
Though the sound of his voice,
And the smile on his face,
is what well remember best.
We thank you, Lord, for sending him.
We have all been most richly blessed!
- Author Unknown
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Special Thanks
The Balthrop family extends our love and appreciation during our time of bereavement. Your thoughts and prayers have truly strengthen and encouraged us. Please continue your prayers for us and may God continue to bless you.
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