Thomas John Batchelor, in his 88th year. Predeceased in 1997 by his beloved wife Mary Lou (Shipley). Adored father of Patrick, Brooke (Richard Graham), Anthony (Mary Wainwright) and Amanda (Etan Vlessing). Loving Grandfather of Georgia, Charlotte and Chloe Graham and Elizabeth, Duncan and Catharine Batchelor. He is survived by his sister Patricia Shand and nephews James & John Shand. Faithful master to Winnifred, Helen, Irene, Muriel, Amy, George, Henry, Louis and Freedom. John was born in Charleswood, MB on July 22nd, 1920 to William and Gertrude Batchelor. He served during WWII with the Royal Canadian Air Force 413 Squadron in Ceylon. Upon discharge in 1945, he attended the University of Manitoba and was admitted to the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Manitoba in 1951. John was Secretary-Treasurer of King Paving and Materials and Controller of The Flintkote Company of Canada, joining its Board of Directors in 1964. He was an executive of Genstar Corporation in London, UK and retired as Managing Director, Genstar Financial Overseas in 1984. He then served as Chief Financial Officer of Oakville-Trafalgar Memorial Hospital. John was a past Treasurer of St. Jude's Anglican Church and served on the Boards of Oakville-Trafalgar Memorial Hospital and The Oakville Club. John was happiest when his family was at his side; one of his dogs was at his feet, with a good book in one hand and a martini in the other. He had a quiet presence and a dry wit. He loved the garden and nature in all its forms. John was a gentleman to all and a figure of stability, kindness and love to his family. John's family would like to thank the staff and volunteers at Ian Anderson House for their wonderful care and compassion. At his request a private family internment will be held. Friends are invited to attend a celebration of his life on Friday, June 27th at 5:00 pm at The Oakville Club, 56 Water Street, Oakville, ON. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Lillian H. Parsons Bursary, c/o Oakville Hospital Foundation would be appreciated by the family.