George Robert Batson

George Robert Batson, age 68, of New Castle, passed away Tuesday, December 08, 2015 at Stonebrooke Rehabilitation Center in New Castle. He was born July 8, 1947 in New Castle, Indiana to the late Clarence “Bud” and Iola (Masters) Batson

George retired from the United States Post Office after 35 years of service and was a past president of the New Castle Branch of the National Association of Letter Carriers, #814. George attended Sunnyside Church of God. He enjoyed Sudoku, collecting non-sports cards, music and playing with his dog Chloe. He served for three years in the U.S. Army from 1966-1969 where he was stationed in Germany.

Survivors include his wife, Melinda J. Batson; daughter, Amanda D. Batson; sister, Judith (James) Neal; two nieces, Mary (John) Greenwalt and sons, Cameron and Caleb Brummett and Susan (Kelly) Hadlick and daughters, Kiley and Katie Rose.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Services will be at 1:00 p.m. Friday, December 11, 2015 at Hinsey-Brown Funeral Service in New Castle with Pastor Jeff Green and Jim Nipp officiating. Burial will follow in South Mound Cemetery-West Lawn Addition. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Thursday, December 10, 2015 at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be given to the WMA Missions, P.O. Box 304, New Castle, IN 47362. Condolences and memories of George may be expressed at www.hinsey-brown.com .