Paul Balkenbush

Paul Balkenbush, age 72, of O'Fallon, Missouri passed away on Sunday, August 2, 2026 in O'Fallon, Missouri. He was born in St. Louis, Missouri on November 26, 1953 to Francis and Elaine Balkenbush (nee Stumph).

Paul is survived by his wife, Bridget Balkenbush; two sons, Eric Balkenbush and Adam Balkenbush; three grandchildren, Blake Balkenbush, Kaleb Balkenbush, Anjel Balkenbush; two brothers, David Balkenbush and Donny Balkenbush; and a host of other family members and friends.

He was preceded in death by his father, Francis "Frank" Balkenbush; fother, Elaine Balkenbush; two brothers, Michael Balkenbush and Billy Balkenbush

There will be a Graveside Service at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery on Friday, October 23, 2026 at 9:30 am. There will be a Celebration of Life same day from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm at Ethyl's Smokehouse and Saloon - 8505 Veterans Memorial Pkwy, O'Fallon, MO 63366.

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