Jerry Michael Bala, 71, of Copley, Ohio, passed away peacefully on October 20th, 2018. Jerry graduated from Buchtel High School & retired as a Scheduler at Babcock & Wilcox Construction. Preceded in death by father, Merile Bala and sister, Penny Kungle. He is survived by his two daughters, Tracy (Kyle) Stuchal & Sheree Bala; mother, Barbara Bala; sisters Vickie (Jim) Bickett & Kathy (Paul) Rothschild and 3 grandchildren & 1 great grandchild. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Jerry will be fondly remembered by family & friends as a loving father, a huge sports fan, car lover & an avid worker outdoors. Memorial Service will be held Thursday, October 25th at 3pm. Calling hours will follow the service from 4-7pm at Hummel Funeral Home, 3475 Copley Rd.