Alvin Bernard Balis passed away in Tucson, Arizona on October 5, 2009. Born in Philadelphia, PA on October 24, 1929, Al was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Al was predeceased by his wife of two years, Harriet Mae Fuchs just two days earlier. He is survived by his son, Todd Ian Balis; daughter, Merle Buck; grandchildren, Brittany Beth Buck, and Amanda Megan Buck. He is also survived by all of Harriet's children and grandchildren. Al was a unique person with a story and joke for any situation that put everyone at ease. He made friends easily wherever he went. He was truly larger than life. He was an accomplished horseman, having been past-President of the East Coast Cutting Horse Association, and an avid horse-show exhibitor. He was also past-President of the East Coast Used Car Dealers Association, having run the Todd Auto Auctions and M&T Trading in Philadelphia, PA. Al and Harriet are now together in heaven. A Service will be held for both of them at Temple Emanuel at 225 N. Country Club Road in Tucson at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 7, 2009. Published in the Tucson Newspapers on 10/7/2009