of Greenbrier, AR
October 24, 1931 - December 12, 2014
Bill Batson, 83, of Greenbrier, went to be with his heavenly father on Friday, December 12, 2014. He was born October 24, 1931, in Greenbrier to the late Pierce and Alma Batson. He was preceded in death by his brother and three sisters, Patton Batson, Winnie Cato, Mary Elizabeth Wilson and Elsie Faye Williams, as well as his granddaughter, Kristi Tilley.
A lifelong resident of Greenbrier, Bill is survived by his wife Sue Brannan Batson, his high school sweetheart who he was happily married to for 63 years. He is also survived by three daughters and two son in laws: Kathy and Danny Newland of Dennard, Karen and Randy Newland of Greenbrier, and Lisa Baton Dillard of Greenbrier; seven grandchildren and their spouses, Heather and Adam Hollis, Josh and Rachel Newland, Will and Ashley Newland, Lacey and Jared Standridge, Wes and Randi Newland, Abby and Cody Andrews and Audrey Dillard; 12 great- grandchildren; as well as a host of other family and friends.
Bill was a faithful, active member of Immanuel Baptist Church. He spent many years in education as a coach, administrator, and a supervisor with the Arkansas Department of Education where he retired. He then continued his passion as a building contractor and dealing in real estate for many years. He loved sports, his family and enjoyed being called ''Daddy Bill'' and ''B'' by his many grandchildren and all their friends. He will be remembered as a man of strong faith who served as an example of Godliness and generosity to his family and community. He has left a legacy of integrity, compassion for others and infinite wisdom. He has touched the lives of so many by his quiet, gentle, and loving demeanor.
Visitation will be Monday, December 15 from 5-8 PM at Immanuel Baptist Church in Greenbrier. A memorial service in celebration of Bill's life will be held on Tuesday, December 16, 10 AM, at Immanuel Baptist Church in Greenbrier with Brother Tony Crocker and Brother Gaylon King officiating Pallbearers will be grandsons Josh Newland, Will Newland, Wes Newland, Jared Standridge, Cody Andrews and Adam Hollis. Burial will be at Needs Creek Cemetery near Springhill. Memorials may be made to Immanuel Baptist Church Building Fund.
Sign Guestbook
26 Condolence(s)
Cissy and G.L.
Saturday, December 20, 2014
Garner Sue and family, We were saddened to hear of Bill's passing, but rejoice for him that his race is won. I know all of you will miss him terribly and only time will lessen that but will never take it away.
You are all in our prayers.
Love and Blessings,
Cissy and G.L.
Nelda Plant Kennedy
Tuesday, December 16, 2014
May God bless you in your sorrow.
Nelda Kennedy
Virginia and George Spurrier
Tuesday, December 16, 2014
We are so sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you todaly. I love the family and will always treasure our time spent with the Batson family. Bill was an excellent role model for everlyone. Lots of love today.
Leroy and Joyce Harrington
Tuesday, December 16, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Ricky Harrington
Monday, December 15, 2014
My Thoughts and Prayers go out to the Family! I always enjoyed visiting with Mr. Bill.
Connie McMillen
Monday, December 15, 2014
One of Greenbrier's good men was Mr. Bill Batson.....to his family, I am so very sorry for your loss....As time will help heal your broken hearts, may you be forever over-whelmed with great memories. Sweet prayers for you at this time.
Todd & Sara Havens
Monday, December 15, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Jeff Cotton
Monday, December 15, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with all of the family. So sorry for your loss
Jeff Cotton
Freddy & Kay Williams
Monday, December 15, 2014
To the Family: We were saddened to hear of Bill's passing. Bill was a good friend and fellow educator. We worked for the Arkansas Department of Education many years ago and I learned much about life from Bill. I pray that God will comfort you.
Melissa Duncan
Monday, December 15, 2014
Lifting your family up in prayers. Mrs. Sue you are very special to our family. We love you!
Deena Hartsfield
Sunday, December 14, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Mr.Bill was always so nice & never missed the chance to ask about my family. I'm going to miss seeing him & visiting with him. Love in Christ, Deena
Laura Glover Burris
Sunday, December 14, 2014
Lisa and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. May God bless your family with wonderful memories of his time on this earth. Please let me know if there is anything I can do.
Prayerfully,
Laura Burris
John RStipe
Sunday, December 14, 2014
Bill was a great man who loved his family and everyone else who would let him love them.
He leaves Arkansas a better place because of his contribution to education. His Faith in God was part of his lifestyle. Sure, he will be missed, but his contribution to his family, his community, and the State of Arkansas will live on.
Donny & Martha McMillen
Sunday, December 14, 2014
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Love to all of your wonderful family, Donny & Martha
Joey & Amber Wallace
Sunday, December 14, 2014
I am so sorry the loss of Mr. Bill. I always enjoyed our visits, such a fine man. I will keep you all in my prayers.
Mrs. Carroll Hankins (Nan)
Sunday, December 14, 2014
So sorry for your loss!! Prayers for peace and blessings for all the family!?
Jerry & Rita Mcdonald
Sunday, December 14, 2014
There are simply no words to describe the loss of Daddy. B .
Donna Berry
Sunday, December 14, 2014
To the Batson Family,
I am so sorry for the passing of Mr. B. You are in my thoughts and prayers and Mr. B will be missed by the community as well as the family.
May God comfort all of you during this time and take refuge in His Amazing Arms.
Tina Dunlap
Sunday, December 14, 2014
We are so sorry for the loss of Bill. He was truly a wonderful caring person and always a gentleman.
Sue, you will miss him most of all but the void left in the lives of your children and grandchildren will be heartbreaking to them.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very sad time.
Love,
Freddie & Carolyn Robinson
Jessi Dillard-Gray
Sunday, December 14, 2014
Praying for strength and comfort during the difficult time.
Love
Jimmy and Jessi Gray
Rebekah Meazle Bowling
Sunday, December 14, 2014
I knew Daddy B through Lacey & Wes and he was truly a fine man. I want to express my deepest sympathy to the entire family. I know that he will be greatly missed by all who knew him. May God wrap His arms around each and every one of you and give you strength through these difficult times. Prayers for all.
Love you all,
Rebekah, Lance, & Briley Bowling
Claretta Pruitt Walker
Sunday, December 14, 2014
Dear Ms. Sue and family,
You are in my prayers and thoughts. Mr. Bill was wonderful man as evidenced by his beautiful and loving family. May you be comforted in knowing you will be with him again in heaven. God Bless you all. Claretta
Euna Garrett
Saturday, December 13, 2014
Sue and families, I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my prayers.
Jerry, Janis, Travis & Dee Robbins
Saturday, December 13, 2014
Our family is so sorry about the passing of Mr. Bill. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. He was a very quiet, gentle man with lots of friends and families who loved him. Know he will greatly be missed. Heaven gained a great Christ like man with Mr. Bill. May God grant you comfort, rest, great memories during this loss and be close at your side everyday.
Barb Johnson
Saturday, December 13, 2014
Sue. Karen. Kathy and Lisa and family.
So sorry to hear about Bill. You will all be in my prayers and thoughts. You all so like family to me. I love each of you so much.
Barb Johnson
Randy & Janet Nokes
Saturday, December 13, 2014
Sue,Kathy,Karen,Lisa- So sorry for your Loss. Bill was such a wonderful Man, such a positive influence on everyone He came in Contact with.We Mourn but Heaven Rejoices, He will be Greatly missed. Your family will remain in our Prayers.