Zoey Starr Ballenger was born on Nov. 9, 1999 to Evanna and Dave Ballenger. She passed away Oct. 29, 2022 from a brief but serious illness, surrounded by family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her mother Evanna, maternal grandmother Arta Laufer, and aunt, Shannon Laufer.

She is survived by her father Dave; brother Zachary; paternal grandparents Carol and Carl (Marina); aunts Michelle Webb (Patrick) and Jennifer Laufer; uncles Scott Ballenger (Robin) and Greg Laufer; cousins Duane and Keith Webb (Lexi), Haley and Emily Ballenger; godchildren Abel and Nova; and countless friends.

Our Zoaster Toaster will be remembered for her lovely smile, incredible blue eyes, gentle spirit, love of children and animals, and for always being there to help others, whether day or night, near or far. She loved holiday and birthday get-togethers with family, and of course any gathering with friends.

She left all too soon, but will be forever missed and always in our hearts.

We will have a Celebration of Life for Zoey on her 23rd birthday, Nov. 9, 2022, at Bear Creek Park Pavilion #2, from 11am to 4pm.