Photo courtesy of MacAlpine Funeral Home, Inc. - Mac Chapel - Bad Axe
Bad Axe, Michigan
Feb 26, 1963 – Jan 4, 2023
David C. Batzer II, 59 years old of Bad Axe, passed away on January 4, 2023 at McLaren Flint Hospital.
David was born on February 26, 1963 in Manistee, Michigan to Patti Batzer and the late David Batzer. David was a graduate of Bad Axe High School and attended Ferris State University. He graduated from their school of Optometry in 1988. He operated his Optometry business in Bad Axe and Cass City for 34 years, and cared for and was very dedicated to his patients.
Dave loved spending time at Verona Hills Golf Course and served on the Board of Directors, was past club president, two time Club Champion, multiple runner-ups and Invitational Champion. Dave loved playing golf with his friends, and especially his foursome. When he was not working or golfing, he loved playing Keno, singing Karaoke, working in his yard and spending precious time with his family.
Dave is survived by his wife who was his partner in life- Katie, his daughters Victoria (Kelly) Durr and Clare Batzer; his mother Patti Batzer; his brother Pete (Karen) Batzer; nephews Brian Batzer, Craig Batzer, Andrew (Kayla) Batzer, Benjamin Rogers, Jeremy Rogers; brother in law Jim Rogers; mothers in law Dorothy Rogers and Sharon Rogers. He was preceded in death by his father David Batzer, his father- in- law Doc Rogers, and sister-in-law Renee Rogers.
Visitation for David will be Saturday, January 7, 2023 at the MacAlpine Funeral Home from 11:00-2:00 PM. A Memorial service for David will be held on January 7, at 2:00 PM at the MacAlpine Funeral Home in Bad Axe.
Cremation has taken place at Sunset Hills Crematory in Flint,Michigan.
Memorials may be offered to the family for Clare’s future college education.
Condolences may be shared with the family at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com
Read MoreWords cannot express the the sadness and concern I feel for Katie, Tori, Clare, Dave’s brother Pete, sister-in-law Karen and Mother, Patti. I pray you all would find healing and comfort in our Lord’s promise of eternal life where we will once again be reunited eternally. Please know that you are all in our prayers. God bless.
Ruth Anne (Batzer) & Ken Peppers
January 24, 2023 | Family
Sending prayers and hugs during this difficult time.
Denise (Rundquist) North
January 10, 2023 | Grand Haven, MI | Acquaintance
The Thumb suffered a huge loss with his passing. Providing vision services for many and his many golf buddies. Sorry for your loss.
Douglas Buehler
January 10, 2023 | Pigeon, MI
Dear Kate, Tory & Kelly, and Clare, We are so sorry to hear about Dave and send our deepest sympathies. Mark, Kelly & David Matthews
Kelly Matthews
January 08, 2023 | Family
Words can’t express how sorry we are to hear about Dave. He was such a great person. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Mindy Rambo
January 07, 2023 | Bad Axe, MI | Friend
Thinking of all of you and sending prayers for peace.
Cyndy Barney
January 06, 2023 | Little Gasprilla, FL | Friend
Shocked and heartbroken for the loss of this beautiful man. I´m so sorry, my deepest sympathies and condolences for the family. I´m praying for your peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Cheryl King-Halbert
January 06, 2023 | Friend
My heart was broke when I heard this. I have gone to him for years. He always had a big smile and was never in a hurry. He will be missed. Prayers for all of the family.
Barb Generous
January 06, 2023 | Caro, MI | Friend
My heart is saddened beyond what words can say. David has made a special imprint on my heart over the years. May your sadness soon be replaced by smiles of the special memories he has left with you.
All my prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Tim Foster
January 05, 2023 | Alva, FL | Friend