Christopher R. Balczak age 50 of Sidney, died Thursday, January 23, 2020 at his home. Chris was born June 12, 1969 in Grand Rapids, MI the son of Robert and Marilyn (Paulson) Balczak. He loved his family and lived life with a free spirit and a big heart. Chris would always brighten your day with the humor he carried with him. Surviving are his father, Robert Balczak; brother, Mark (Ann) Balczak; niece and nephew, Amanda and Justin. Private family interment will take place at Solon Township Cemetery with Rev. Fr. Lam Le officiating. A celebration of his life will take place at the Cedar Springs American Legion Post 287, 91 1st Street, Cedar Springs on Friday, January 31 from 1-4 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements by Bliss-Witters & Pike Funeral Home, Cedar Springs.