Monte Batchelder

Monte was a lifelong resident of the Kansas City area. He retired after almost 30 years as a Ford mechanic. He was a model enthusiast, building custom autos and remote controlled airplanes. He was very gifted with his hands and could draw almost anything.

He is survived by his wife, Dale; two daughters, Angela (Jason) Chase and Jennifer (Rob) Hegarty; three step-children, Jason (Krista) Skaggs, Jimmy Skaggs and Niki (Jon) Long; and nine grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held at 4:00 p.m., Thursday, January 27 at Mt. Moriah, Newcomer & Freeman Funeral Home, 10507 Holmes Road., Kansas City, MO 64131.