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In Memory of Greg aka Balin
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With sadness TheOneRing.net announced the passing of staff member, friend and Tolkien fan 'Balin' on March 22nd 2006. He was a fixture on the TORn chat room (Barliman's) where he made many virtual friends that became close personal friends from around the globe.

Balin moderated Barliman's with wit and humor and his good nature and knowledge on a wide range of topics that will be missed. He also was instrumental for TORn in establishing the scholarly track at the ORC and ELF events and helped to bridge the gap between scholars and Lord of the Ring movie fans.

Most of all Balin will be missed by friends and family for the wise, humourous and thoughtful person that he was. Private services will be held for his family.

Balin's family had this to say to his closest friends and TORn staff: "We want to thank everyone for all the kind words and support you have given us. Balin thrived on the camaraderie and friendship he found in all of you, and we thank you for all the care, love, and friendship you have given him and us."

The death followed a long illness in which Balin stayed active and enjoyed his family and friends with vigor and joy. He was a TORn regular at conventions and gatherings, making many friends and closing many bars.

TheOneRing.net extends its deepest sympathies to Balin's family, now also friends of the Tolkien community. We loved your father and husband and will cherish our memories of him.

Add your comments to the condolences thread on TheOneRing.net message board here.

Balin's family feel his memory is best served by donating to the following organizations that directly affected his life. Joliet Area Community Hospice and The Colon Cancer Alliance. If you should choose to donate, please indicate the donation in memory of Gregory Grieman.
Group dated 23rd Mar 2006.
 

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ORC 2006 - Balin and Thor - (800x600, 102kB)
Greg and Leighann at TolCon 2005 - (800x523, 65kB)
Greg and Leighann at TolCon 2005 - (800x526, 58kB)
ORC 2006 - Balin and Thor - Arwen2/Arwen2 Greg and Leighann at TolCon 2005 - Iorhael/Iorhael Greg and Leighann at TolCon 2005 - Iorhael/Iorhael
Dusty and Balin at ORC 2006 - (800x600, 66kB)
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The6thWalker and Balin, TolCon, May 2005 - (600x800, 74kB)
Dusty and Balin at ORC 2006 - Frodo_for_President/Frodo_for_President - Frodo for President/Frodo for President The6thWalker and Balin, TolCon, May 2005 - Ringer Spy Mithfiniel/Ringer Spy Mithfiniel
 Balin and Sulien, ORC 2006 - (800x600, 92kB)
Balin and Mithfiniel, ORC 2006 - (800x600, 104kB)
Balin and The6thWalker at Tolcon, May 2005 - (800x600, 67kB)
Balin and Sulien, ORC 2006 - Ringer Spy Mithfiniel/Ringer Spy Mithfiniel Balin and Mithfiniel, ORC 2006 - Ringer Spy Mithfiniel/Ringer Spy Mithfiniel Balin and The6thWalker at Tolcon, May 2005 - Ringer Spy Mithfiniel/Ringer Spy Mithfiniel
The6thWalker and Balin, TolCon, May 2005 - (600x800, 65kB)
'Rasta' Balin - (576x768, 159kB)
Balin at the Restaurant - (800x600, 74kB)
The6thWalker and Balin, TolCon, May 2005 - Ringer Spy Mithfiniel/Ringer Spy Mithfiniel 'Rasta' Balin - Ringer Spy Osprey/Ringer Spy Osprey Balin at the Restaurant - Ringer Spy Osprey/Ringer Spy Osprey
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