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John Batson

Born: 7/13/1936
Died: 10/30/2024
Age: 88
Community: Davison, MI

BATSON, John - a long-time resident of Davison, MI, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at the age of 88. A Funeral Service will be held 11 AM Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at Allen Funeral Home, 9136 Davison Rd. Davison, MI 48423; Pastor Ron Stier officiating. The family will welcome visitors from 4-7 PM on Monday, November 4, 2024 and on Tuesday from 10-11 AM, prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Serving Our Neighbor (SON) International or Journey Ministries, in John’s memory.

John was born in Flint, MI on July 13, 1936, son of the late William and Sarah (Kasserman) Batson. John lived a full and meaningful life. He was an active man, playing football at Mt. Morris High School and the University of Nebraska. He was a member of the Davison Hiking club, enjoyed bike trips around Michigan and skiing. He enjoyed regular fishing and canoeing trips with his buddies and traveling the world with his family. John spent summers at the cabin on Lake Huron, most notably as the boat driver for his family and many friends. He loved Tim Horton’s coffee for breakfast and a good sandwich for lunch. John served his community as a teacher and coach in the Kearsley School District and was an active member of First Baptist Church of Davison and Journey Ministries.

John is survived by his daughters, Ann (Todd) Ziems and Kathy (Saad) Shah; as well as four granddaughters, Aubrey Ziems, Madison (Andrey) Merzlyakov, Nyelah Shah, and Samrina Shah; special friend, Marylee Hubel and many other loving family members and friends. John was preceded in death by his beloved wife of over 50 years, Jeanette (White) Batson; and his twin brother, Robert Batson.

John’s family would like to thank you for your thoughts, prayers, and condolences for his family and friends during this time.

Please share your thoughts with the family at www.allenfuneralhomeinc.com
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  Allen Funeral Home
9136 Davison Rd
Davison, MI 48423

Phone: (810) 653-2171

Web Site: http://www.allenfuneralhomeinc.com

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Visitation
Date:   11/4/2024
Time:   4:00 PM
4-7pm Monday and 10-11am Tuesday
 
Funeral Service
Date:   11/5/2024
Time:   11:00 AM
 
Location:   Allen Funeral Home
9136 Davison Rd
Davison, MI 48423

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Official:   Pastor Ron Stier

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