Robert E. Batdorf

Robert E. Batdorf

Robert Batdorf Obituary

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Robert E. Batdorf, 74, passed away peacefully surrounded by family March 12, 2025, in Avon. He was born May 16, 1950, in Lykens, PA to Robert O. and Betty (Miller) Batdorf.

Robert leaves behind his loving wife of 53 years Diane; his children Brian (Jen) Batdorf and Kristen (Daniel) Overbey; and his grandchildren Faith Batdorf, Madison Batdorf, Norah Overbey, and Maddox Overbey. He was preceded in death by his parents Robert Batdorf and Betty Miller, and granddaughter Briana Batdorf.

A graveside service will begin at 10:45 a.m. Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at West Ridge Park Cemetery in Indianapolis.

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Flanner Buchanan - Speedway

2950 N. High School Rd., Indianapolis, IN 46224

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