Donald William Bateman of Listowel passed away at home, surrounded by his family, on Saturday, March 9, 2024, in his 79th year.
Husband of Janet (Law) Bateman. Father of Brenda Wade & Bill Terry of Uxbridge, Rob & Sariny Bateman of San Diego, CA, and Jim & Teresa Bateman of Listowel. Grandfather of Natalie, Claire, Tyler, Sydney, Emily, Sarah, Chelsea, and Jaxson. Brother of Gord Bateman of Wingham.
Predeceased by his parents Harry and Hazel (Simpson) Bateman, and by his brother Walter Bateman.
Don Bateman was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He was well-respected in his community and made many good friends over the years. He spent over 35 years working for Campbell Soup in various managerial positions and had 35 years of service to the Presbyterian Church.
After retirement, Don took up flying and even bought his own single-engine plane. He also spent time traveling with his wife to many locations around the world, including Australia and New Zealand, Ireland, and Hawaii. Charity work was also important to Don. He was a driver for cancer patients and was involved with the Masonic Lodge and Eastern Star for many years. Don’s pastimes involved fishing, playing cards and tinkering around the house. There wasn’t a problem that he couldn’t solve and there wasn’t a repair that he couldn’t successfully tackle.
Visitation was held at the Eaton Funeral Home, Listowel on Tuesday, March 12 from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. with a Masonic Memorial Service and an Eastern Star Memorial Service at 6:30 p.m.
The funeral service was held at Knox Presbyterian Church, Listowel on Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. The service will be livestreamed and the link available on the funeral home website. Reception to follow at the Listowel Legion.
Interment in Fairview Cemetery, Listowel.
Memorial donations to Breakfast Program at North Perth Westfield Elementary School, Listowel, or a charity of your choice would be appreciated.
Online condolences may be left at www.eatonfuneralhome.ca
