Charles Elvin Batye, 63, passed away July 28, 2021. Visitation will be at Memorial Funeral Home at 10:00 am and services will start at 11:00am with graveside service following, both Wednesday, August 11, 2021.
Charles was born in Columbia Missouri. He graduated from Rock Bridge High School in 1976. He was employed as a journeyman carpenter most of his adult life starting in the residential field and retiring from the commercial field. Charles was a member of Carpenter’s Local 1925 for over thirty years.
Until recent years there was always a pilgrimage every year to Lake Erie for walleye fishing with some great friends and relatives. Deer and turkey hunting also took some of his time. He also enjoyed preparing vegetable soup, chili, chocolate chip cookies, grilling ribs, chops, and steaks, and then sharing with family and friends. His last labor of love was helping his favorite person in the world, his beloved daughter Brittani, put the finishing touches on her new house turning it into a home she could be proud of.
Survivors include his daughter, Brittani Batye and her stepbrother, Derek Vitoux, and brother, John (Glenda) Batye, all of Columbia.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Lois Batye of Columbia.
Donations may be made to the Englewood Club or a charity of your choice.