Betty Jean Batchelder Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Batchelder, Betty Jean (B-J) of Waterway Village in Jupiter, FL passed away April 22, 2015 just after her 90th birthday. Wife of Ben Batchelder for 54 years, loving mother of Lee Ann Batchelder Wachtel (& son-in-law Tim) of Winter Garden, FL, beloved sister of Ruth Shirley Gessner and her husband Robert (both deceased) of Plainview, NY. She is also survived by her sister's children, grandchildren (and spouses) and great-grandchildren who all shared their lives and love with her. Daughter of the late Elfrieda and Robert Donaldson, born in Cleveland Ohio and lived in NJ, NY and CT before coming to FL in 1970. She was Secretary-Treasurer of Thermal Braze Inc., member of the League of Women Voters and member of 20/20 Investment Club. The friendships formed there remained very dear to her. A small informal gathering to celebrate her life will be held April 28, 2015 from 12:30 to 2:30 pm at Taylor & Modeen Funeral Home, 250 Center Street, Jupiter, FL 33458; (561) 744-2030. There will be a private burial at Riverside Memorial Park in Tequesta to follow. B-J spent her life putting the needs of others above her own, giving support and love selflessly. She enjoyed lunches with her friends, supported many veterans groups and placed much value on education. To honor her memory please take a friend to lunch, share coffee with a veteran, or assist someone pursuing higher education.

Betty Jean Batchelder

March 24, 1925 - April 22, 2015