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Albert Batchelor

Alton |

Albert Myron Batchelor, 90, passed away at 9:22 am, Monday, January 26, 2015 in Alton with family at his side.

He was born in Alton, IL on February 5, 1924, the son of the late Claude and Matilda (Marks) Batchelor.

He married Edith Marie Sons on September 16, 1947 at Cherry Street Baptist Church in Alton. She survives.  They celebrated 67 years of marriage.

Albert performed maintenance and was the Head Electrician for Alton School District #11.  He had been a lifetime member of Cherry Street Baptist Church. Albert was very involved in several clubs, such as Coachmen’s, Shriner’s, and was the Past Worshipful Master of the Piasa Masonic Lodge. He was an avid gardener and enjoyed woodworking.

He is survived by one son, Michael (Brenda) Batchelor of Alton; one daughter, Theodosia (Jim) Tiemann of Brighton; one sister, Myrtle Dunn of Texas; four grandchildren, Melissa (Andrew) Merkle of Alton, Kim (Jason) Campbell of Alton, Michael R.A. Batchelor of Godfrey, and Katelyn Batchelor of Alton; and four great grandchildren, Jacob, Lucas, and Shelby Campbell and Genevieve Merkle.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Burch Batchelor and Clarence Batchelor; and two sisters, Mildred Schmidt and Frances Wiegand. 

Visitation will be from 4 pm to 8 pm on Thursday, January 29, 2015 at Elias, Kallal, and Schaaf Funeral Home in Godfrey. Masonic Rites will be performed at 7 pm by the Piasa Masonic Lodge.

Funeral service will be at 1 pm on Friday, January 30, 2015 at the funeral home with Dr. Glen Greenwood officiating.

Burial will follow at Valhalla Memorial Park in Godfrey.  

Memorials may be made to Godfrey Baptist Church Building Fund or the Shriner’s Hospital for Children in St. Louis.

Elias, Kallal and Schaaf Funeral Home in Godfrey is in charge of arrangements.

Online condolences and guest book may be found at www.eliaskallalandschaaf.com


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