William Batho

William Batho obituary

William Batho

William Batho Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Daniels Funeral Home & Crematory - Live Oak on Nov. 14, 2025.

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William "Bill" Batho, aged 79, of O'Brien, FL, passed away on November 12, 2025. Born in Los Angeles, CA, on November 11, 1946, Bill moved to O'Brien 25 years ago from California. He dedicated 20 years of his life working as security for Ellie Rays in Branford, FL . Bill is survived by his loving wife of 17 years, Katherine Batho, and his five sons: Shawn Childers, Shane Childers, and Shann Childers, all residing in California, as well as Dakota Hamm and Cody Kish, both from Branford, FL. He also leaves behind nine grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

Bill will be dearly missed by his family and friends.

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