BALLON RICHARD Age 78, of Mt. Lebanon, on Sunday, December 3, 2017. Richard was the cherished husband for 50 years to Layla (Gusky) Ballon; father of Ellen (Mark) Ballon Dante and Paul J. Ballon; proud PopPop to Nico Ballon Dante, all of Los Angeles, CA; son of the late Rebecca and Abraham Ballon; beloved brother to Jack (Marilyn) Ballon and the late William (Rachel) Ballon and Devora (Don) Lewine. Richard was a very well respected and admired real estate developer for over 58 years. He had a sense of fairness, commitment and compassion in whatever he did. Richard had an intense love of family and friends. We have lost a wonderful man. Graveside Services and interment will be held on Thursday at 1 p.m. in Beth Shalom Cemetery. Contributions may be made to Temple Emanuel of South Hills, 1250 Bower Hill Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15243 or a charity of the donor's choice. Arrangements entrusted to RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC. www.schugar.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb