Charles "Chuck" Batherson
May 9, 1955 ~ January 12, 2026
Born in:
Oakland County, Michigan
Resided in:
Flat Rock, North Carolina
Asheville Butterfly Trail** UPDATED SCHEDULE ** Due to the threat of winter weather in the area, Mr. Batherson’s funeral will now be held at 4:00 PM on Friday, January 23 at All Saints Anglican Church.
Flat Rock resident Charles “Chuck” Batherson, age 70, died at home on January 12, 2026, with his wife Anne Bell Batherson at his side.
Chuck was born May 9, 1955 in Oakland County, Michigan to Charles and Barbara Batherson, graduated from Garden City West High School, and Troy State University, and proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy.
In 1979, Chuck married Anne Bell of Greensboro, NC. After moving to Dothan, Alabama, from their home in Garden City Michigan, Chuck and Anne raised a family while Chuck worked as a nuclear power plant operator at Farley Nuclear Plant.
After retiring to North Carolina in 2007, Chuck and Anne lived in Greensboro until 2020, when they moved to their beloved western North Carolina mountains. Chuck was a avid model railroad builder and hobbyist, an accomplished baker, and an outstanding family genealogist. Chuck and Anne were world travelers in retirement, enjoying trips to Alaska, Europe, Asia, the Caribbean, and most recently, a cruise down the Mississippi River.
Chuck is survived by his wife Anne; mother, Barbara Batherson; daughters Tori Granberry (Blake) of Dothan, AL, Susie Sowell (Chad Scribner) of Pooler, GA, and; son Jay Batherson of Pensacola, FL; grandchildren Tyler, Bailey and Noah, and great-granddaughter Bella. He is also survived by sisters Patricia McKelvy, Amy Frazee (Jeff), Susan Pichla (Walt), and brother Scott Batherson (Mari Galvez), as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Charles R. Batherson.
Services will be held on Friday, January 23, at 4:00 p.m. at All Saints Anglican Church in Mills River, NC. Interment will follow in the church cemetery, followed by a reception in the parish hall. In lieu of flowers, Chuck’s family requests that donations be made to All Saints Anglican Church (15 McDowell Road, Mills River, NC 28759), or the charity of your choice.
Groce Funeral Home’s Lake Julian team is assisting the family.
Services
Funeral Service: January 23, 2026 4:00 pm
All Saints Anglican Church
15 McDowell Road
Mills River, NC 28759
(828)891-7216
https://allsaintsmillsriver.org/
Reception: January 23, 2026 5:00 pm
All Saints Anglican Church
15 McDowell Road
Mills River, NC 28759
(828)891-7216
https://allsaintsmillsriver.org/
Funeral Home Assisting The Family:
Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian
72 Long Shoals Road
Arden, NC 28704
(828)687-3530
http://grocefuneralhome.com
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Anne, I am so very sorry for the loss of Chuck. I can’t imagine how your heart hurts. You and Chuck were like peanut butter and jelly, I admired the love you two shared. I feel so blessed to have known you both. I will always have warm memories of Chuck. He was truly, a great man and will be missed by all. My prayers and love are with you, during this very difficult time.
From 2 years old to 70 best friends. All the shenanigans, adventures, memories. All the mutual visits over the years. From fort building to parasailing, Brothers in service. All the Dover street happenings. These will all help to ease the tremendous sorrow I feel right now. After our last farewell, I will bid you to rest in peace. When my time comes, I will be there standing at your door chanting “Chuuuckieee”
All my deepest condolences to you Anne, and te entire Batherson family, I will always feel part of your family
Chuck was a wonderful baker, who loved sharing his breads and sweets with his church family. Rest in the arms of your Savior, dear friend. ✝️
Condolences to Anne and extended family from us all in Judique, Nova Scotia.
So very sad to hear about Chuck’s passing. Lisa and my sympathies and prayers are with you. Wish we could be there for the funeral but we’re on a cruise.
Anne and family, while I never had the privledge of meeting Chuck, I had many electronic communications with him. He always was prompt to reply and make it easier to use the electronic system here at Kenmure. This may not seem like a personal touch point, but he was always prompt and accurate on his responses. He was much appreciated for what he did and I wish to extend my deepest condolences to your family for your loss. In Christian sympathy…KL
So very sorry Anne to hear of Chuck’s sudden unexpected passing. Way too soon for such a vibrant active life. Very sorry that we will miss the service , but Char and i will be in NYC …but we will be praying for you and all the family .
God Bless
Char and Tom Hooker
I really enjoyed Chuck’s presence, and I am so sad for you all with his passing. One of the best! Much love to you, Anne and family.
Rest your oar sailor, we have the watch. Worked with Chuck for many years at Farley, he was a great control room partner.
Anne,
Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. Chuck was one of the good guys and I always enjoyed my time with him.
Take care,
Anne,
Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. Chuck was one of the good guys and I always enjoyed my time with him.
Take care,
Chuck’s passing was was depressing to me. I operated his railroad for many years in
Greensboro and always admired his creativity and abilities. Chuck was always courteous
and understanding when we made mistakes on the railroad. I hope time heals this
tragedy for Ann and their children and I will always cherish the good times and fellowship we had
operating his challenging creation in Greensboro
Anne and the entire Batherson family,
My heart hurts for you all at the unexpected passing of Chuck. My condolences to you all.
Fair winds and following seas shipmate. You stand relieved.
Chuck and Anne went from complete strangers that we met our first time at Grandfather Mountain Highland Games. We had just moved to Greensboro from California and were still house shopping while living in a camper. A couple of months later Hurricane Florence hit and our camper was in the shop. In step the Batherson’s who invited us into their home and made us family. We will never forget you, brother, and we will keep an eye on Anne for you. Keep the slushie machine going for us when we get there! We love you
We were shocked to find out about Chuck’s passing today. Wyatt is in the Engineer’s in Training program that he ran. Wyatt adores EIT and considered Mr. Chuck a friend. We will certainly miss him and all he did for Wyatt and the other kids. We are so sorry for your loss.