Walter “Keel” Keeling Batchelor, II died February 11th, 2019 at home. He was born in Los Angeles, California on April 16, 1944. He moved to Kansas City, Missouri at age eight and graduated from North Kansas City High School in 1962. He attended SWMSU. He worked as a sales representative for various companies, including his own company Batchelor Sales and Marketing until present. He was a Boy Scout leader and Honorary Worrier in The Tribe of Mic-O-Say. He enjoyed fishing, playing golf and loved working in his yard.
He is survived by his wife of 54 years Gwen (Jennings) Batchelor of the home. They had three children; David Keel Batchelor 53, of Kansas City, Missouri; Tina Marie (Batchelor) McGraw, 50, husband Tom McGraw of Gladstone, Missouri; and Darin Lintz Batchelor, 48, wife Anissa of Kansas City. Missouri. He is also survived by three grandchildren Kenton (Tina), Tinsley, and Shia (Darin); three nephews and five nieces.
He was preceded in death by his parents and brother.
The family plans to have a private memorial service at a later date. Arrangements by White Chapel Funeral Home and Cemetery, Gladstone MO.
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Bill Fry
His smile/friendship will always be remembered and in everyone's heart!
Jim Shanks
John and Keel were best of buddies of mine. I lived on 25th and them right by the high school. We did a lot together. Heaven is lucky to have you. RIP and you will be missed for sure.
Donna Alexander (Redden)
Keel was a special person. I can’t remember him without a big smile on his face for everyone. He will truly be missed.
Nancy Chinn (Zimmerman)
One of the nicest guys there was. Always with a smile and a friendly word. He will be missed by all who were fortunate enough to know him.David Zieg
So hard to beleive he is gone Had lots of good times with Keel and his brother John. Loved his comments on facebook about the basketball and football I will miss him. Only great memories. Rest in Peace Keel. Say hi to John.
Lee Allard
Keel was a great guy. We both attended SMS in Springfield freshman year and carpooled a lot. It was nice getting to know him. I know he was crazy about Gwen and they were together many years. RIP!
Jeannie Fischel (Judson)
Keel will be missed by all of us who knew him. Always smiling and fun to be around. He enjoyed working on the reunion planning committee and he and Gwen attended most all of the reunions. God bless.
Laura Brown (Mehmert)
So saddened by Keel’s death. What a wonderful gentle man, alway had a ready smile for all. Safe travels to you my friend, you will be missed. Gwen our hearts go out to you and your family, prayers for you. May you be surrounded by God’s tender mercy and healing. Love always.💕❤️💕<>>
Carl Baxter
When Keel and John first moved to Kansas City from California we became good friends. They lived in the house on the corner of 21st and Swift and I lived at 21st and Clay. We had many good times and great memories. I will cherish my memories and wish him great peace.
Suzi Beagle (Schulz)
What a great guy! I will miss him. Thoughts and prayers to Gwen and family.