Birmingham, Alabama
1943 - 2016
Sept.13 1943 - April 12,2016 John Ross Batson a noted Birmingham City School Educator passed away April 12,2016. John attended the University of Montevallo where he excelled in theater and debate team. Listed in College Who's Who John's talent for teaching was recognized early on as he was...
Read MoreMr Batson was my theater and speech arts teacher at North Roebuck school 1967-1968. Having him as my teacher was an inspiration. My condolences to his survivors. Steve Schwartz
Steve Schwartz
August 31, 2023 | School
Stephen and I were so very sorry to hear of John's passing. During our career with the Birmingham school system he was a wonderful principal and great friend. He will truly be missed.May his soul rest in peace.
Steve&Carmela Holt
June 19, 2016 | Pine Mt., GA
May you find strength in God's comfort in the days ahead
May 21, 2016
Mr. Batson was a great leader at EPIC where my son attended. May he rest in peace.
Phyllis Wyne
May 19, 2016 | Birmingham, AL
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Mr. Batson. I will keep his family in my prayers. I know that he will really be missed by family and friends. I enjoyed working with him at Barrett Elementary School. Another part of me is now missing.
Teresa Hughes
May 18, 2016 | Birmingham, AL
So sorry to hear that John has passed away . He was a wonderful teacher and a wonderful co worker .
Susan Galloway
May 16, 2016 | Birmingham, AL
John was a good buddy and close friend at Alabama College in the 60's. Smart, extremely talented, and had no ego. John liked everybody. He also let me sleep on his couch til I found an apartment after I got out of the Air Force. I really appreciated that. He'll be missed. Fred Cooper
Fred Cooper
May 15, 2016 | Birmingham, AL
John was a sweet and dear friend. We shared many classes at Montevallo, and many, many happy theatre moments. After college we had some fun times together. He was a great cook and taught me how to cook at my apartment. Playing charades till late into the night is one of my favorite memories with him. He always shared his sweet gifts and created joy as he did so.
John, you are loved dearly and will be so missed in this world, it is a paler place without you! I thank you for the joy...
Tricia Harper
May 15, 2016 | Huntsville, AL
Praying for family and friends. Mr.Batson was at Barrett School my 8 years there. I'm sure he is missed.
Vicky Rainey Webster
May 15, 2016 | Fayette, AL