On Friday, September 16, 2016 at Exeter Villa, in his 89th year. Beloved husband of the late Ola (Johns) Batten (2008). Dear father of Sharon and Dave Passmore, Helen and Ken Kadey, Ralph Batten and Denise Troyer. Dear grandfather of Tom and Sue, Jon and Chelsey; Zachary; Jason and Stacey, Jeremy and Melissa, Tanya and Kenny; and great-grandfather of Brock, Bria, Taylor, Avalon, Finlay, Payton and Hailey. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Kathryn Penhale of Exeter and Jock Andrew of Kitchener. Predeceased by a brother William Batten and a sister Joan Andrew.
Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, one west of Main, Exeter on Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 PM where the funeral service will be held on Monday, September 19th at 11AM with Pastor Michael Coulter officiating. Interment Zion Cemetery.
Donations to South Huron Hospital Foundation or the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
Dave & Deb Chappel
Deepest sympathy to the Batten family at this very sad time. You all are in our thoughts. Treasure your special memories.
Scot Morgan and Judy Parsons
So sorry to hear of John’s passing. You have our deepest sympathy at this sad time.
Marlene Parker
My sympathy goes to the whole family. Thank you John for all your wisdom with the Usborne road books Ken and I appreciated you very much. I remember our 8 ender in lawn bowling you where always such a pleasure to bowl with. Your family will miss you and may they treasure many memories.
Ray and Judy Mills
Dear Family;
Please accept our deepest sympathy at this time. John was a great person, always smiling, always interested in what was happening around him and a great attender of our church services while he was able. He will be missed. God Bless.
Russ Neathway
Sorry for your loss
Emerson and Betty Anne Gill
Sharon and Family
So sorry to hear of the passing of your Father. Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Emerson and Betty Anne Gill
Donna Perry
Sharon, Helen, Ralph and families I was so sorry to hear of John’s passing. You will miss him very much. We had lots of fun when we camped with the Nomads. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Remember all the happy times.
Sorry I was unable to make the visitation. With Sympathy Donna Perry
Earl and Marilyn Miller
Our sincere sympathy to the Batten families. John was a gentle man, and we appreciate the years he served his Usborne community as road superintendent.
Marg Prout
Sincere condolences to all the Batten family. I spoke to John many times while visiting in the Villa, or when he was on his daily walks around the block. Remember all the good times.
Dianne Skinner
To Sharon , Helen . Ralph and families : Sorry for loss of your Dad . You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Rob & Tara
To the Batten Family
John and Olga were a pleasure to live across the street from and STAND up neighbours from the day we purchased our house in 1999….. much love to the family and take care of each other
Rob & Tara Russell
Gerald and Carolyn Johns
Sympathies to the Batten family. I don’t know who will set the pace for hall walking at the Villa now. He was always such a pleasant man.
Carolyn and Gerald Johns
Richard and Rose Rader
So sorry Sharon to hear about your dad’s passing. Our sincere sympathies to all your families.
Yvonne Elliott
My deepest sympathy to all the Batten Family.
I have known your Dad for as long as I have called Elimville “home”. He will be deeply missed by you and all who knew him.
Thinking of you at this time.
Sincerely
Yvonne (Jaques) Elliott
Chuck & Pam Ross
We were so sad to hear of your beloved Dad’s passing. You’re in our thoughts and prayers.
Larry and Joyce Black
Sincere sympathy to the entire family in the loss of your Dad. We have known him for a long time
and always a pleasure to visit with. Sorry we are unable to attend the visitation but thinking of
you all at this sad time. Take care.
Jason Bourne
Ralph and family,
I am deeply saddened to hear of John’s passing. My sincere condolences to you and your family.
Jim and Teri Fletcher
Sending our heartfelt condolences to the Batten family…….may the wonderful memories of John help you through this difficult time, our thoughts are with you.
Jim and Teri Fletcher
Russell & Verona Snider
So sorry to hear of this wonderful man’s passing. He was always great to play lawn bowling with. He put so many long hours working on the greens. Very much appreciated. You all have our prayers and thoughts at this time.
Maurice &Ruth Ann Haist
Sharon and Dave, Helen and Ken, Ralph and Denise and families. Our sincere condolences in the loss of a father and grandfather.We enjoyed camping with your mother and father as members of the Nomads. Sorry we can’t make it to visititation but our thoughts are with you at this time. Maurice and Ruth Ann
Marilyn Waldeck
Sorry to hear of you loss and thinking of all your family at this time
Bob, Sharon, Megan, Nicole & Scott Pavkeje
Sending our condolences. John and Ola were great neighbours.
Irvine ARMSTRONG
To the batten family. Sorry to hear of the death of John. Fond memory,s camping withOla and John, espesaly at Beamsville when my car broke down and the four of us stade an extra night. All the best to you. IRv.
Margaret Brintnell
I extend my sympathy to all of you at this sad time.
Margaret Brintnell
Pam Benoit
Sharon, Helen and families
Deepest sympathy in the passing of your Father. May you find peace in your memories.
Pam Benoit
Maureen ( Skip ) Wood
My Deepest Sympathy to the Family, You will certainly miss your Dad,
Judy dalrymple
To the family
Sorry to hear of your father’s passing.We are thinking of you at this difficult time.
Doug and Judy Dalrymple
Brenda and Dave Palsa
My condolences to all of you – a sweet man that will be missed- cherish your great times together
Pete and Gloria McFalls
So sorry for your loss. John spent countless hours at the lawn bowling club tending to the grass for so many years. He was a pleasure to know. Never saying too much but we knew how much he enjoyed the sport. We will remember him for the wonderful salmon loaf and homemade pies he brought for our potlucks. What a talent he had!! He leaves behind many enjoyable memories of years gone past. Take care.
Harv & Evelyn Vincent
Sincere sympathy to each of you. Praying that the good memories help bring you comfort and hope during this difficult time.
Susan Oke
I’m so sorry to hear of John’s passing. May your happy memories help you through this difficult time.
Susan
Gail and Bill Baker
Sharon, Helen, Ralph and families
So sorry to hear of your fathers passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
John and Joyce Morgan
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this sad time.
Darlene Passmore
Sharon, Helen and Ralph and families,
My deepest sympathies on the passing of your father. I have known John for
over 40 years and in all that time, always saw a quiet , unassuming gentle man who always had a friendly hello and
smile. He will be sadly missed and it has been a honor to have known him.
All my Love, Darlene
Rose Marie Overholt
Xo very sad to read of this beautiful man’s passing… He was a client at the hearing aid clinic I used to work at… Such a gentle kind soul who I know will be deeply n greatly missed by so many… God bless his family and friends… Rest in peace ❤️
Carol & Craig Davidson
Deepest sympathy is extended to all of you. Please know you are in our hearts & thoughts now & in the difficult time ahead.
Sincerely,
Craig & Carol
Claire and Winona Hoffman
All the Batten Families,
Sorry about your loss…Our heart and prayers go out to All the families.
Winona and. Claire Hoffman..
Bruce Delbridge & Anne Gallant
Our deepest condolences to John’s family. I know he will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him. Cherish your memories.
Cathy Batten
Sharon, Helen & Ralph & Families
Sending my condolences to the Family at this sad time. I will always treasure the wonderful Memories & great times in this Family. I will miss my many conversations with John at the Villa and when I would run into him while he was out for walks. Hugs, thinking of you all. Xoxo.
Cathy
Dave Frayne and Cathy Cade
To Sharon, Helen, Ralph and families:
Sorry to learn of John’s passing. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Peggy Ducharme
Denise and Ralph
So sorry for your loss, My grandaughter Emily would have great conversations with him when he lived behind us.
Andre and Peggy Ducharme
Jane Dearing
Ralph and Denise
With sincere sympathy in your loss’
Jane
Wendy Heimrich
Want to send my condolences to you all. John was such a pleasant, sweet man. He always had a Good Morning and a smile when you met him in the hall. He will be so sadly missed. Treasure the memories. Be comforted that he is now at peace.
Kathy Kirk
Dear Ralph, Sharon, Helen and families,
I was saddened to hear the news of your father’s passing.. I will miss my visits with John and the talks we had.. He was a man of few words, and yet his smile and laughs were all one needed to hear.. Remember what a Great man he was and all the joy he brought into all your lives…. My deepest sympathies..
Pauline Preszcator (Passmore)
So sorry to hear of John passing. Wish I could be there. Sending my love to all. xoxoxo
Patty Masnica
My deepest sympathy to the whole family.