Donalda Mae “Nan” Batke

BATKE: Donalda Mae “Nan” Batke passed away at Points West Living, Lloydminster, Alberta, Sunday, May 28, 2023 at the age of 95 years. Nan is survived by: her loving children, Robert (Darlene) Batke, Shirley (Gerry) Hobbs, Don (Linda) Batke, Deanne (Vince) Armstrong; 11 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; 5 great-great-grandchildren; sister, Dorothy Eichhorn; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Nan is predeceased by: her husband, Bud; parents, Amos and Norah Goheen; brothers, Donnie, Bud and Bob; sisters, Irene and Eva; and numerous other relatives. The Funeral Service for Nan was conducted from Grace United Church, Lloydminster, Alberta, on Friday, June 9, 2023 at 1:30 PM. If you were unable to attend in person, you may view the live streaming of the service posted on McCaw Funeral Service website under Nan’s obituary. Donations in memory of Nan may be made to Kidsport, Border Paws Animal Shelter Society or charity of choice. McCaw Funeral Service Ltd., of Lloydminster, Alberta administered the funeral arrangements. Card of Thanks: The family of Nan Batke wish to thank all the caregivers who assisted her in the last few years of her life from Hearthstone, Points West and Homecare. You made her life more comfortable. A special thanks to Sacha, Ginger, Janine, Pam and Sharon for your companionship and kindness. All of you are special in your own way. To Tayla and Elise, thank you both for the beautiful slideshow, it’s a memory to cherish always. Lenora, thanks so very much for the wonderful, heartfelt eulogy. You shared the true essence of your Grandma with all those in attendance. Thanks to Kyah, Kait, Chrissy and Rob for your part in the service. Thomas, Kellan, Brock, Hunter, Alexander and Colton for carrying Grandma Nan to her final resting place and the remaining grandchildren (great and great great) who served as honorary pallbearers, grandma would be so proud of you. Thanks to Paige for doing Nan’s hair. To Rev. Cathy Kinsman, your words were a comfort to us all. To Grace United Church choir and pianist, Daryl Amundrud, thanks for sharing your gift of music. Our special thanks to Leanna, Wayne and family for taking care of preparing and serving the luncheon. Thanks to all who sent flowers, cards and memorial donations to Kidsport, Border Paws Animal Shelter Society or to other charities. To all those in attendance for the huge hugs and kind words, your presence made a difference. Brett and staff of McCaw Funeral Service, all of our family wish to thank you for your unending compassion and assistance. Bob (Darlene) Batke Shirley (Gerry) Hobbs Don (Linda Batke Deanne (Vince) Armstrong And Families