Philadelphia Mourns Jerry Balka: Veteran, Lawyer, and Lifelong Advocate for Street Vendors Passes at 95
Bryn Mawr, PA – Jerome Roy Balka, a distinguished Philadelphia attorney known for his compassionate advocacy on behalf of street vendors and his enthusiastic civic involvement, passed away at his home in Bryn Mawr on October 10. He was 95. His death, caused by pneumonitis, marked the end of a remarkable life dedicated to both the betterment of his community and the support of the underdog. Balka, a Philadelphia native, graduated from Central High School before earning a history degree from Temple University and a law degree from the institution currently known as the University … Read more