BALLENDINE: It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Lee Tracy Ballendine, late of North Battleford, Saskatchewan on August 8, 2014 at the age of 47 years. Lee will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his mother Dianna Loik; daughter Edwina Atcheynum (Robert Morrison) - Tashauna Deschampes, Nevea Atcheynum, Xander Morrison, and Bobby Morrison; sister Patti Loik (Anthony George) - Eternity, Eaven, and Eva George; uncles Randy (Laurie) Ballendine - Carson, and Tyler (Sheryl) - Colby (Stephanie) and Courtney; aunty Dawn Roberts - Nicole and Herbie; and special family Don (Beverly) Toovey, and their daughter Dawn Marie (Darwin Hobbiebrunken) - Zoe, Brady, and Dusty. He is predeceased by his grandparents John and Yvonne Ballendine. Lee spent the majority of his life between Edmonton and Battleford, with the last several years in North Battleford. He was an active volunteer in the community with various organizations, and was an avid sports fan. Lee thoroughly enjoyed spending time at the rink watching the Battlefords North Stars and the Battlefords AAA Stars. Everyone who knew Lee knew his favourite hangout with his buddies was KFC. He enjoyed his time with his special family the Tooveys, especially working odd jobs with Don. Lee, we will all miss you so very much. The Funeral Service was held on Tuesday, August 12, 2014 from Living Faith Chapel, North Battleford, with Pastor Allan Huckabay officiating. Honourary pallbearers were: Roy Chilibeck, Terry Albert, Jordy Sealey, as well as all of the charities and organizations Lee was involved with and volunteered for. Pallbearers were: Patti Loik, Keith Pitkeathley, and his North Star buddies. If friends so desire, donations in Lee's memory may be made to Epilepsy Canada, 1 Promenade Circle #308, Thornhill, ON L4J 3P8. Interment took place in the Catholic Extension of the Town of Battleford Cemetery. Condolences for the family may be left at The family placed their trust with Kristeen Thiessen of Sallows and McDonald - Wilson and Zehner Funeral Home, North Battleford. (306) 445-2418
