Elmer (Corky) Balven passed away peacefully September 13, 2025. Born October 8, 1958 to the late Elmer Balven II and the late Patsy (nee Otto) Balven.
Beloved husband of Lisa Balven of 43 years. Devoted father of Eric Balven. Loving grandfather of Jasmine Balven. Dear brother of Josie Box, Kevin Balven (Kim) Karen Dunahee, Patsy Pollard, Julie Williams (Brad), Mary Balven, Frank Balven (April). Dear brother-in-law of Chad Politte.
Beloved uncle to many nieces and nephews and friends.
Elmer (Corky) was a proud Eagle scout and proud member of LOAD.
Elmer was a very loving and giving person. He was always there to help when someone asked or
needed help. He knew no strangers and always put others before himself. He enjoyed hunting
and fishing and making people laugh. He will be missed.
CELEBRATION OF LIFE: Saturday, October, 4, 2024 at Michel Funeral Home 5930 Southwest Avenue, St. Louis, Mo 63139 from 1-3 p.m.
ARRANGEMENTS UNDER THE DIRECTION OF MICHEL FUNERAL HOME
Corky was a kind, generous and good neighbor! He helped me many times. Rest in peace!
Stanley Wallace
Corky and the Balven family share many weekends camping and working on projects through BSA and Explorers. Corky was like my older brother,Mark Coleman and inspired me to be an Eagle Scout. He had a Cool Hand Luke kind of a smile. His smile would automatically make me smile and then I’d wonder what he was up to. I regret not keeping in touch with him . Blessed to have had him as a friend.
A great man I met through scouting and became lifelong friends with. He was loved and will be missed by all that knew him. Condolences to the family.
He was one of the best friends a girl could ever ask for. Miss you SO much Elmer!!
He will be truly missed. I’m praying for strength for the family.