Lily Alice Balander Thielen passed away July 16, 2015 at the age of 85. She was born in Lead, South Dakota to Emil and Signe Balander. She is survived by a brother George Balander, sister Frances Rabbe, daughter Sherry Dale, son in law Dan Dale and grandson Christopher Dale.
She was a long time resident of Rapid City, SD and graduated from Deadwood High School in 1948. She worked for Black Hills Power and Light as a payroll clerk until retiring after 33 years. She was a member of Zion Lutheran Church in Rapid City. For the last 2 years she lived in Watkinsville, Georgia with her daughter and her family. She attended Trinity Lutheran Church in Athens. Lord & Stephens West is in charge of arrangements. www.lordandstephens.com