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Donna Batchelder

Donna Batchelder December 14, 1945 - February 12, 2018

Donna Batchelder, 72 of Florence, KY passed away Febuary 12, 2018 at St. Elizabeth Hospice, Edgewood. She is survived by her loving husband or 50 years Floyd Batchelder, daughters Cynthia Edwards and Kristie Batchelder, sisters Cindy Willis and Phyllis Ender, both of Hampton, NH and brother Terry Ward of Brookfield, NH. Donna was an exceptional mother, wife and teacher. She enjoyed golf, travel and bridge with her husband. Private family services will be held followed by interment at the Kentucky Veterans Cemetery North. This fine lady was dearly loved by all who knew her and will be missed by so many family and friends. Condolences may be made at faresjradel.com

Private family services will be held followed by interment at the Kentucky Veterans Cemetery North.

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    Judy Van Vooren says
    February 15, 2018 at 3:45 pm

    Dear Floyd, Cindy and Kristie, My heart goes out to all of Donna’s family. I know you will miss her loving spirit as will I. She was a great friend, and I have wonderful memories of our times together. Please accept my sincere condolences.

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    Ed Burcham says
    February 15, 2018 at 5:15 pm

    Floyd and family,

    knowing Donna for the last 28 years, she was a wonderful person. I always enjoyed our talks and drinking wine from a box. We will miss her smile and her wave on the way to the dog park.

    Ed & Susan Burcham

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    Gerry Clesn says
    February 18, 2018 at 3:18 pm

    Dear Floyd and Family,

    We have very fond memories of the times we spent together. We share in your grief of the loss of such an amazing woman. Gerry and Mary Jo

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    Mark Bakst says
    February 18, 2018 at 4:30 pm

    Dear Floyd,
    I am so terribly saddened to learn today of Donna’s passing. When you two last visited and I held her hand as you were leaving, I had no idea that would be the last time I would see her. I cannot express how badly I feel for you. I will miss her.
    Mark & Kathy Bakst

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    Ruth Kemper says
    February 18, 2018 at 7:35 pm

    Donna played a dual role in my life. She was a fellow faculty member at Villa Madonna Academy and she was my daughter’s 2nd grade teacher. I remember her to be warm and friendly and insightful. She guided my thinking regarding my daughter’s academic development on several occasions. I’m grateful that I got to know Donna and I’m very sorry for your loss.

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    McKenzie Kemper says
    February 18, 2018 at 9:21 pm

    Mrs. Batchelder was my second grade teacher at Villa Madonna, she was there for me when my whole world changed. She was so kind, and patient with our class. My thoughts and prayers are with your family as you face life without her. Thank you for sharing her with us! Sincerely, McKenzie Kemper

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    Annie Leuty says
    February 19, 2018 at 1:06 am

    I’ve been heartbroken since I’ve first heard the news. I feel blessed to have known her. Donna’s presence will always stay with me. I’ll never forget the way she handled herself. So full of life and she always stayed so positive and funny in a way that made me forget that she was sick. She was so encouraging. I’ll miss her spirit greatly. My heart goes out to you Floyd, Kristie and Cindy ❤️🥀

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    Annie M. Leuty says
    February 19, 2018 at 1:08 am

    I’ve been heartbroken since I’ve first heard the news. I feel blessed to have known her. Donna’s presence will always stay with me. I’ll never forget the way she handled herself. So full of life and she always stayed so positive and funny in a way that made me forget that she was sick. She was so encouraging. I’ll miss her spirit greatly. My heart goes out to you Floyd, Kristie and Cindy ❤️🥀

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    Phyllis Ender says
    February 19, 2018 at 1:12 am

    Love you sister! We will be together again XO

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    Evan and Pat Davies says
    February 22, 2018 at 5:18 pm

    Dear Floyd, Cindy and Kristie…

    Donna was not just my next door neighbor, but also my dear friend. I will miss bumping into her at the mailbox, our Chinese lunches together and sharing our first glass of wine together in the new year. Before she became ill we used to share a laugh or two about her years as a “streetwalker”. She was such a familiar face/friend to all as she walked around the neighborhood with or without her dog. She made people happy. She made me happy. She always had an onion when I needed one and I always had one for her. I will miss her terribly, but keep her in my heart forever. Evan and I send our most profound condolences. If you guys ever need anything… (like an onion) just knock.

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    Lynda Kodwyck says
    February 24, 2018 at 4:49 am

    Donna and I go way back to high school and UNH. She worked hard to go to school and was always beaming. She was always a bright positive spirit. A joy to know. I feel very sad but ‘am so glad to have been a friend. My deepest condolences to her daughters and husband.

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