James Batker

VERONA - James George "Jim" Batker, passed away suddenly on Sunday, October 25, 2015. Jim graduated from Verona High School, followed by the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater achieving a bachelors' degree in business. He went on to serve in the Army and then joined the Bank of Verona where he worked for over 30 years. After retiring, he soon became restless at which time he went on to work for Dean Health Systems Financial Office. Jim was an anchor to his family to whom he was devoted. He led by his own example of humbleness, patience, kindness, and never judging others. His enthusiasm for the Badgers and Packers, along with his love of ice cream, sweets, good music and quick wit will be missed by many. He will be in our hearts forever.

He is survived by his wife, Pam; children, Jeff (Twan), Jill (Wayne Enloe), and Josh (Ann); his beloved grandchildren, Kim, Miranda, James, Brooke, Gavin, Eli, and Desi. He is preceded in death by his parents, George and Martha; sister, Donna Batker.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00PM on Friday, October 30, 2015 at ST. JAMES LUTHERAN CHURCH, 427 South Main Street, Verona, with Rev. Kurt Billings officiating. A visitation will be held from NOON until time of service on Friday at the church.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. James Lutheran Church. To view and sign this guestbook, please visit: www.ryanfuneralservice.com