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Joseph Battelle Obituary
WORCESTER - Joseph R. Battelle, Jr., 70, of Chelmsford passed away Thursday, October 18, 2018.
He leaves two daughters, Jennifer Battelle of Chelmsford and Renee Gallagher and her husband, William of Reading; five grandchildren, Nora, Grace, Gabrielle, Owen and Brendan; his former wife, Mary (Hanley) Battelle of Reading; four sisters, Margaret M. Battelle of Provincetown, Catherine M. Gilbert of Columbia, CT, Elizabeth A. Manach of Brewster and Patricia A. Dineen of Leicester and nieces and nephews. He was born in Worcester son of Joseph R. "Bunny" and Marjorie N. (Eager) Battelle and graduated from Saint Peter's High School and Worcester Industrial Technical Institute.
Joe was the founder, owner and operator of Battelle Opticians on Grafton Street for over 20 years, retiring several years ago. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and Saint John's Church. Joe was a true die hard New England Sports fan and in his earlier years enjoyed golfing. His friends and family meant the world to him and he took great pride in the ability to make them laugh in any situation with his great wit and humor. He was a dedicated father, but most of all had a tremendous love for his grandchildren.
A Funeral will be held October 27 from Callahan Fay Caswell Funeral Home, 61 Myrtle St. with a Mass at 11am in Saint John's Church, 40 Temple St. Burial will be private in St. John's Cemetery. Visiting Hours are October 26 from 4:00 to 7:00 at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. John's Food Pantry, 40 Temple St., Worcester, 01604.
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Jennifer Battelle
October 18, 2023
I miss you dad. Today is 5 years. Love you. Jen
Hope Abisamra
October 13, 2019
Joe always greeted us with a smile when we entered his optical store on Grafton Street. We have pleasant memories of him.
October 28, 2018
Aunt Mary, Jennifer and Renee, so sorry to hear about Uncle Joe. He was such a sweet man and truly loved being around family. So sorry I was unable to attend the services but I wanted you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you always. Love you, Kerri
Gina & Steve Tashjian
October 26, 2018
Cousin Joe you'll be missed dearly. Always remembered how cool you and your sisters were growing up. Always loved being around all of you. Rest In Peace. Love Gina and Steve
October 25, 2018
I will miss you my buddy. May your family hold great memories of your life with you. Amen. susan Stott
Peter Curran
October 24, 2018
Sorry for your loss; he was my good buddy here @ Chelmsford housing, we had lots of fun, we kept each other laughing telling jokes. He will be very much missed here by all. Peter Curran, & all of us here in Chelmsford.
Joan Wrenn
October 24, 2018
I first met Joe when he brought Renee trick or treating to our house on Pineland Ave and she and Kelly became friends all thru school, etc. Joe was a good guy! My condolences to Mary, Renee and Jen...............Joan Wrenn
Vivian Peluso
October 24, 2018
Midge and Pat, I want to send my deepest sympathy to both of you for the loss of your brother. May happy memories bring smiles and laughter to you and all of the Battelle family.
Sharon Pikiel
October 23, 2018
So sorry for your loss ,I knew joe ,he worked with my husband Stephen Pikiel.who has also passed ,my prayers are with you and your families at this time of sorrow
Peter Giroux
October 23, 2018
My deepest sympathies. I live in the same building in No. Chelmsford as Joe and spent alot of time in the "smoking hut" enjoying a smoke with him. I enjoyed his sense of humor and will miss him.
midge battelle
October 23, 2018
so sad to lose Joe....his humor and sweet smile live on in my heart....so sorry for your loss Mary, Jen and Renee and all the grandkids. Joe shines on!
Keith Cross
October 23, 2018
My deepest condolences...Joe was my first mentor - But more importantly my friend...I'm heartbroken for you all....
Keith Cross
October 23, 2018
Mary,Jen,Renee, and family. I am so sorry to hear of Joe's passing. I remember he was always a jokester and that he loved kids. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love, Cheryl Brennan
Dianne Pedone
October 23, 2018
Mary, my sincerest sympathy to you and your family for the loss of Joe.
Hope Abisamra
October 22, 2018
To the Joe Battelle family:
Please accept my deepest sympathy. Joe was always a pleasant person to chat with when he owned Tthe optician shop on Grafton Street.
Christine Mitchell
October 22, 2018
My deepest condolences to the Battelle family. I remember Joe way back in his days at Metz, he was always the one who took care of me. He was a great guy, funny as hell. I missed him when he left. Thank you for posting all those wonderful pictures, it was great to see the other part of his life. Rest in peace Joe.
October 20, 2018
To the Battelle family: My deepest condolences. Joe was such a great. He will be missed. My thoughts are with you.
Bill Eager
Joan Perry
October 20, 2018
Mary, Jen , Renee and family,
I am very sorry to hear of Joe's passing. With my deepest sympathy.
Steve Morris
October 19, 2018
Mary Jen and Rene and the Battelle sisters, Joe could always make me laugh! Joe was one of a kind and had a big and kind heart. There was only one Joe B and I will miss his funny grin and his greeting whenever we would see each other. Amen brother you are now at peace.
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