- Date Of Birth: June 23, 1961
- Date Of Death: March 28, 2017
- State: Massachusetts
Springfield – Donald “DJ” Batty Jr, 55, our beloved brother and uncle passed away Tuesday, March 28, 2017 at Baystate Medical Center. DJ was born on June 23, 1961 in Springfield to the late Donald J. Batty Sr. and Marjorie Joyce (Ashland) Batty. He was a lifelong resident of Springfield. He worked for many years as a mover for various companies in the area. DJ loved sitting outside and feeding the squirrels, and enjoyed a good cold Budweiser. He was a member to the Mr. D’s Bar. DJ was the caring brother to Robert Recor of South Carolina, Linda Walker of Chicopee, Michael Leger of Brewster, MA, Charlie Leger, and Dawn Lefleur of Chicopee. He was the cherished uncle to many nieces and nephews, especially Justo “Jay” Gomez JR, Amy Gomez, Baby Rena, Jaisen Gomez and many more. He also leaves his former wife Gail (Tuohy) Batty. DJ was predeceased by his brothers: Frank Recor and Shawn Batty and sisters: Lori Vila and Judy Lawler. The family would like to give a special thank you to Billy, Mary, Larry and Roger for all the care they showed DJ.
