David Ralph BalaVeteran of Vietnamand long time resident of Forest Lake, MNBorn December. 20, 1940Passed away peacefully on October. 4, 2004Preceeded in death by parents Ralph and Nellie Bala. Survived by his sister Carolyn (Roger) Scholz; niece Rhonda (Scott) Ctvrtnik; nephews, Eric (Alicia) Scholz, Dieter (Danielle) Scholz; 4 great nephews, Andy, Logan, Riley and Ethan; 1 great niece Elektra.David filled his years actively with fishing, hunting, bowling, skiing, golfing, boating, football, baseball and much more. He coached high school sports in Zumbrota and White Bear Lake, MN. His final years were spent in the very caring and compassionate hands of Birchwood Heathcare Center in Forest Lake. To them the family extends their heartfelt gratitude.Mattson Funeral Home & Cremation Service651-464-3556