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Astor M. "Chip" Batchelor Sr.

FUNERAL HOME

Howard K. Hill Funeral Services - Bloomfield

94 Granby St.

Bloomfield, Connecticut

Astor Batchelor Obituary

BATCHELOR, Astor "Chip M., Sr. Astor "Chip" M. Batchelor, Sr., of Hartford, was born in Chapelton, CIarendon, Jamaica, West Indies, to Clive and Carmita Batchelor on December 6, 1946. He peacefully went to be with His Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Friday (May 26, 2006). He was a graduate of Weaver High School, He was Residential Rehabilitation Counselor for The State of CT and former employee of Lee Jackson Mason Construction Co., Bloomfield. He was a dedicated and committed member of The First Cathedral, with an expressed love for Bishop LeRoy Beiley, Jr., and The First Cathedral Family of Faith, who Ioved him dimly. He is survived to cherish fond memories by his former wife, Brenda Batchelor; six children, Astor M. Batchelor, Jr. (Corenthia); Carmita D. Smith (Robert), Bernadette Glover (Joseph, Sr.),. Michael Batchelor (Shalewa), Miesha Parker-Batchelor, Saleena Brown; nine grandchildren, Egypt Dunbar, Astaria Smith, Amaria Smith, Robert Smith, Jr., Joseph Glover, Jr., Jalen Glover; Shanfavia Batchelor, MichaeI Batchelor, Jr., Miesha Batchelor and Sequoia Wilson (Mama Cuska); two brothers, Richard Manns, (Mary) and Desporte Batchelor; five sisters, Carolyn McGregor (Keith, Sr.), Sharon Gamble (Roger), Priscilla Batchelor, Rosemarie Lawrence (Frederick) and Carol Jackson; nephews, Marley Batchelor, Keith McGregor, Jr., Radcliffe Batchelor (Lorraine), Charles Jackson, Jr., Corey Jackeon, and Tony Jackson; nieces, Randolyn Lewis, Concha Lawrence, Alyssa McGregor, Andrea Gamble, Yolanda Rozier, Alahree Hutchison and Ebony Jackson; his beloved cousin, Margie Taylor, Sondra Taylor, Karl Batchelor, and Carol Batchelor; a devoted friend, Linda Parker; a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, friends, his First Cathedral Family, members of his Street Ministry as well as friends at Chippies Restaurant, Hartford, and at Gold's Gym, Windsor. He was predeceased by a brother, Clive Batchelor, Jr. and a cousin, Lynette Taylor (Aunt "V"). Fuqua Funeral Service, 94 Granby Street, Bloomfield, CT has care of arrangements.

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Published by Hartford Courant on Jun. 3, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Astor Batchelor

21 Entries

Mari Colleton

March 8, 2007

Chip, I am so sorry that i was not with you at the time of your departure to heaven, I am just finding out about it. Chip you were all there for me and your were the one to teach me to swim, I am now 54 years of age and i still tell the story about my child hood with the Batchlor family. We had fun in the day. God has shined in your walk. You will never be forgotten.

Bernadette Healy

January 29, 2007

Hi Chip,

It is now January and it is very cold here on earth, but I know you are at a warm and safe place. I have your pictures in my room, and in my car, just so I can have you around, I talk to you all the time, I hope you can hear that I miss you very much, and miss working out with you. I know you would be proud of me, because I am finally seeing results from all the helpful advice and training you shared with me. I will never forget you and your family. I will come visit you where you lay your head this week.
Love You Always,
Bernadette

October 20, 2006

dad i did what you wanted me to and every thing is fine now love astor jr. ps. the family is just fine

October 13, 2006

whats up man mama been asking for you i cleaned the cadillac mommy almost forgot you went home well im still trying to under stand what happen i feel so lonely i miss studying with you i miss you so much some times i cry and can,t stop it scares me so i try not to think so much on my own and think what you would say to me tootsie read and study the word remeber when i used to cry to go with you multiply that a trillon times love always astor m batchelor jr. ps the family is just fine

October 9, 2006

dad every body miss you
and the family is just fine this has got to be the hardest thing
trying to talk to you it hurts so much mike - mike won his foot ball
game i got to go know talk to you later i promise i love you dad tootsie

Shalewa Batchelor

October 8, 2006

Chip, We miss u so much and we love you.You will always have a special place in our hearts.

Linda Parker

October 5, 2006

Hi Chip,
Tootsie, Gangster and I are at the Library, so we thought we'd write you a little note. We've all got stories about you and are sharing them with smiles and laughter. We miss you so much, and we love you forever! Love,
Linda, Gangster and Tootsie

Bernadette Healy

September 29, 2006

The life we lead is similiar to a Good Book, and in this book of ours, there are many chapters filled with life lessons. The day I met Chip was May 13th 2004. That day began a new chapter in my life.
Chip and I met at Golds Gym in Bloomfield CT. We became fast friends, and had a unique bond. We started training together, and of course he has nicknames for everyone, so he came up with "Gangster". So, he would Yell to me across the Gym "GANGSTER!!!!Everyone had to look, and I dont think anyone knew what my real name was. Chip would encouraged me to push myself harder than I ever thought I could, he believed in me, when I had doubted myself. Chip and I had many wonderful times, he introduced me to his family and friends, we would go for drives, we would go to First Cathedral, so he could visit and "Preach the Word". I remember one beautiful fall October Day in 2004, we took a walk on the Simsbury Bike Trail, and of course he was preaching to me, he wanted to make sure I knew about the bible and all of its lessons, Chip was so smart and full of love for the Lord. I think of Chip every minute of the day, I talk to him, I hear songs on the radio and I think of him, when I work out now I can still see him there, and he is telling me to keep training! It is not the same without my workout partner, but he would of wanted me to keep going to the gym, some days are very hard to get out of bed, I just want to lay there and cry because I miss his presence. I was very blessed to have known this man and loved this man. I go visit him at his grave every 2-3 weeks, somehow this helps a little bit. I know this is just one chapter in my life, and life has to go on, but to tell you the truth it is impossible to turn the page and go on to the next chapter. I am finding it hard to let go. But, then I had a thought I am not closing this chapter and leaving it behind me, because the rest of my life he will still be with me in all my chapters in my heart, head and soul till I meet him again.

I miss his family and I would love to stay in touch with all of you, and I would love to see you also! Please feel free to email me. I have some pictures I took of Chip in Feb 2006, and if anyone would like to see I can email them to you.

Linda Parker

September 21, 2006

I died a little that

day, too

Even tho I knew

You were sick and

in pain

so many things tried,

all in vain

You were broken and

you knew

Only God could truly

heal you

You needed the Father

to ease your pain-

you told me that again

and again

So I knew, you see

that you were ready

But, selfishly, what about me?

I miss you so much

if I could just touch

you one more time

But no, I'd want more

I'd want you to stay

just like before

I love you, I miss you

I need you, you know

that's why it's so hard to

finally let go

O Lord please, show me

The Way

You see, a very big part of

me died that day

Carolyn McGregor

September 11, 2006

Chip, God gave you a vision, one that most never see. You saw it through the good times,the bad times, time we could not figure out what was going on. You didn't allow what you saw in the physical dictate to you what you saw in the spritual. Chip you have left your family and friends a great inheritance. Your FAITH and how great it was. So now I will use that faith to carry me through this time while I miss you so, so much, I still have JOY knowing that you are with your heavenly Father. WHAT A BLESSING.

Love your baby sister Kay

I would like to thank Everyone for your prayers and help during this time for me and my Family.

Deborah Batchelor

September 6, 2006

My Dearest Chip, words cannot express how very sad I am, I lost my best friend. There is not a day that goes by that I dont think of you, I will always cherish those fond memories of good times that we shared together, but I will cherish the most the conversations we would have about our mutual love for Christ, those long phone conversations that we would have on Sunday's evening. Chip, we never know how important someone is to us until their gone. I miss you so very much. Chip I know you must be getting on GOD'S nerve right about now trying to tell him about his Word. Chip I have and always will love you until I TAKE MY LAST BREATH. Chip one day I will see you again. Your best friend Deborah

Andrea Gamble

August 27, 2006

unlce chip is always in r hearts

from: muff and Kayla

Barbara Strums

June 29, 2006

Our hearts goes out to the Batchelor Family. We go way, way back. Our deepest thoughts and prayers our with you. We had no idea, we just recently learned of the passing of Chip. Chip and my uncle "Bump" Roger D. Richardson was very close friends. Bump's family was also very, very close friends with the Batchelors as well. We've cherished good memories too. and we loved Chip so much. Chip will be truly, truly missed. But he will always remain in our hearts. I reside in Georgia and wish I can get in contact with Carmen (mother) or sisters, Rosey, Sharon, Carol any of the Batchelor family recieve this message, here's my information. Please email as soon as possible. I need to hear from you all. Love you and miss you all.

Love,

Audrey, Roger, Tina, Mildred & Barbara.

Richardson/Ward/Strums

Sharon Gamble

June 26, 2006

Hi Chip, this is from your sister Shay. I just want you to know that I love you with my whole entire heart and I miss you so much. I had a question the other day about the Bible and I was just about to call you....I miss you. I'll see you when I get.

Love and Kisses Shay

Minister Marlowe Smith

June 9, 2006

My prayers go with this family. I use to workout with Chip at Bally's and he was my brother at the Cathedral. He was one when he loved you, he was sincere about it with his heart. He will be greatly missed. He knew God had called him to the Ministry and he tried to preach everytime he got a chance.

MARGARET WALTERS

June 7, 2006

OUR HEARTFELT SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY . HE IS NOW RESTING ON THE EVERLASTING ARMS WE CHERISH THE GREAT MEMORIES FROM CHAPELTON

THE WALTERS FAMILY

Ionie Mclean Reid

June 6, 2006

I share my sympathy with the Batchelor's family, As you grieve I hope you will be comforted by Gods present's

ARCHIE BUTLER

June 6, 2006

GOD BLESS

HE IS HOME WITH THE FATHER

Andrea Smith

June 3, 2006

Dear Batchelor family,

Chip was very supportive to my husband Lonnie while he was ill. We had many prayer groups together.Chip was truly a minister of the word.

I am sure he has found peace with

his maker.God bless...

Andrea Smith

Mattie Knighton

June 3, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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