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Michael T. Balthaser
July 1, 2025
Michael T. Balthaser, 63, of Pine Grove passed away on Tuesday, July 1, 2025.
Born on February 6, 1962 in Pottsville, he was a son of Diane Herring Balthaser of Cornwall and the late William L. Balthaser Sr.
Mike was a 1980 graduate of Dauphin County VoTech where he studied Electronics. After graduation, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corp., where he served for 4 years as a Legal Service Specialist.
Michael was a Project Manager for Trane Corporation in Harrisburg.
Mike was a member of many organizations, including the Pine Grove VFW, Pine Grove American Legion, Ten Pin, and the H. H. & L. Fire Co.
Preceding him in death was a brother, William L. Balthaser, Jr., age 4.
Surviving, in addition to his mother, are a son, William M. Balthaser and companion Emily Bretz of Harrisburg; a brother, Mark Balthaser of Myerstown; and numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles.
A Celebration of Life gathering is being planned at the convenience of the family.
The H. L. Snyder Funeral Home, Inc., Pine Grove is in charge of arrangements and you may send condolences online at www.hlsnyderfuneralhome.com.
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