Rev. George W. Batchelor's Obituary

Obituary For Rev. George W. Batchelor

To everything there is a season.

A Time to Be Born: Reverend George Washington Batchelor was born April 4, 1946 in Elizabethtown, North Carolina to James Connie Batchelor, Sr. and Daisy McKoy.

A Time to Die: At 5:05 am, on Friday, August 4, 2023 our Savior called his servant Reverend George Washington Batchelor's name and he answered quietly to go from this earthly labors to go be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

A Time to Love: On July 10, 1971, George united in Holy Matrimony with his true love, Eileen Diane Duckett Batchelor. This union grew to be a standard of love, stability, and shining of a Godly marriage that honored God and the foundation of the family unit. To this union were born Jeremy Batchelor and Jenyce Batchelor whom he loved and set a standard of sacrifice and service.

A Time to Plant and Pluck: George was reared in Elizabethtown, NC and attended Bladen County Schools, graduating from Bladen Central High School in 1965. Shortly after graduation, he matriculated to Farrell, PA to begin his planting season with the loving assistance of a host of family members, but especially his special late aunt Lucille Blue, late uncle Willie Blue, Sr. and late sister, Mary McKoy Tatum and late brother in law Rev. Anderson T. Tatum.

Rev. Batchelor began his work history in the bustling steel mills of the Shenango Valley before transitioning into work as a credit consultant and then an insurance agent for Allstate Insurance. He then began the work that he truly loved, caring for God's people. He worked and retired from the State of Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities as a Therapeutic Program Worker at Youngstown Developmental Center. He continued to serve as a Respite Care Worker at Crossroads, the Burdman Group, and Lark Enterprises.

Reverend Batchelor was an avid writer of poetry and short stories and even had some of his work published throughout the years. In his younger years, he was also known as a great dancer.

He joined Valley Baptist Church of Wheatland, PA in 1965. He served as an usher, trustee and was an integral part in the annual Valley Baptist Church Fashion Show. He also taught the teenage Sunday School class for many years. In 1989, he accepted the call to preach the Gospel. He served as an associate minister at Valley Baptist Church for more than 20 years under the leadership of Rev. Anderson T. Tatum before uniting with World Fellowship Interdenominational Church of Youngstown, Ohio under the leadership of Rev. Larry McCulloh. Rev. Batchelor's ministry extended beyond the walls of the church building as he was often found mentoring young men in the community and in the prison system. He was affectionately referred to as "Brother George" by those that he mentored and looked up to as a big brother and even father figure.

He leaves to cherish his memory and legacy, his wife of 52 years, Mrs. Eileen D. Batchelor, whom he loved as Christ, loved the Church. His son Jeremy J. Batchelor (Sukanya), daughter Jenyce D. Batchelor (Robert). Grandchildren MaShama Lawrence Batchelor, Joshua Batchelor (Sydney), Isaiah Batchelor, Bobbie Batchelor, and Joi Jennings. His bonus son, William Poole. Sister in law, JoAnn Batchelor; sister, Gloria Brunson McDowell (Clifton); Sisters in law, Addie Crawley (Rev. James); Daphne Duckett; Carolyn Brown (Dennis), and Laraine Poole. Brother in laws, Randy Duckett (Renita), and Calvin Poindexter. He leaves a host of nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, great great nieces and nephews, and community sons and daughters whom he treated as his own, including his Godchildren, Calvin Keller, Shawn Roberts, William Poole, Angela Duckett, Jennika Davis and Alesha Blue.

Rev. Batchelor was preceded in death by his father, James C. Batchelor, Sr., mother Daisy McKoy, brother Clarence McKoy, Sr., sister Mary Tatum, brother James C. Batchelor, Jr.; brother in law, Rev. Anderson T. Tatum; mother in law Evangelist Ruth Duckett, and father in law, Deacon Shirley B. Duckett; special aunt who helped rear him, Mrs. Lucille McKoy Blue, and late uncle Willie Blue, Sr.

A homegoing celebration will be held for Rev. George W. Batchelor Friday August 11, 2023 at 11:00am at the Jaylex Event Center, located at 2110 Glenwood Ave, Youngstown, OH 44511. The family will be receiving loved ones and friends at 9:30am the same day at the Jaylex Event Center.

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John 14:1-3 is a Bible verse that reads "Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me. My Father's house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am." Grace & Peace Rev. Dr. Lewis W. Macklin II, Pastor Holy Trinity Missionary Baptist Church

To Mrs Eileen and her children we're praying for your entire family for your lost please know we are we with you on today as you celebrate the life of your beloved husbandmy God continue to bless you and your family throughout this time. God bless you all

My sincerest condolences to Mrs. Eileen Batchelor and the entire Family. So many good memories of Rev. Brother George. Always a pleasure to see such a lovely couple together. Longevity. Always positive,always giving words of wisdom. Always a blessing. Heartfelt memories.

To the Batchelor family may god give you peace in this difficult time. Your family has always been there for my family throughout the years. Brother George has spoken at my all my family's home going services throughout the years. You will be missed Sir! Marcus Traylor and family.

Dearest Mrs. Batchelor and family,
Though your heart must hold deep sadness at the loss of the one you loved, may it also hold the blessings of life you shared and the love that will always be a part of you.
Rev. Batchelor was such a kind and gentle soul. Certainly, his presence will be missed by all those who knew him.
The entire family will remain in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely, Mother, Lyneice & Jerry Sharper - Junaita Holloway & Jodie Johnson Austintown, Boardman & Youngstown, OH

Love and prayers to the Batchelor Family.
Danny & Winifred Hill Murphy

My deepest and sincerest condolences to the family of Reverend George W. Batchelor. May God grant you the patience and strength during this difficult time. I will be keeping you and your family in thoughts and prayer. Saedah Hadi

Even though i haven't seen you in a while every time i think of you, I remember that Big Smile and how his eyes would twinkle when he talked about Eileen, the last time we spoke he asked me to Pray for his wife.LOVE

My condolences to Rev. Bachelor's entire family. Rev. Batchelor was the kindness, most genuine man that I had the honor of meeting. I got to know him for some years and his smile and hugs were so meaningful. You could just feel his love just by being around him. Rev. Batchelor will truly be missed, but he left his footprints wherever he went. Robin Green ~ Harrisburg, PA

My thoughts, prayers and condolences goes out to jeynce and her family during this difficult time. May god give all of you the extra strength and support that you need right now. Rip 🙏 🙏🙏🙏🙏 ❤️❤️ Felisha H.

Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family for God's love and comfort in the days ahead🙏🏻💙🙏🏻 Rest in pease faithful servant of God Rev. George W. Batchelor. Regina Sferra and family.

Prayers 🙏 Love ❤️ And Condolences To My Family May God Continue To Comfort You In This Time Of Our Bereavement. Love You From Cousin 💗 Norma Louise Jacobs McDowell And Family 🙏❤️

You and your family are in our prayers and thoughts. My condolences and may God put a "Shield" of Peace around you.
Natalie Scott School Counselor

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