We bid farewell to William J. Batayte Jr. (Newington, Connecticut), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on September 14, 2025 at the age of 45. William touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, William J. Batayte and Donna Batayte (Brophy); his nephew Levi Lemay; and his grandfathers, Donald Brophy and Edward Batayte.
He is survived by: his significant other Melissa Waterbury; his daughter Rylie Waterbury; his stepmother Kristen Amo Wotton; his brothers, Zachary Batayte (Victoria) and Matthew Batayte; his grandmothers, Joan "Nana" Brophy and Helen Batayte; his aunts, Lee Anne (Wayne Tanguay), Alisa Brophy and Rosemary Murphy; his cousins, Brian Murphy and Carolyn; his brother Michael Lemay (Ashley); his siblings' children, Michael III, Aubrey, Raelynn and William IV; his children, Lincoln, Owen, Joseph Pizzolongo and Hayley Lemay; his granddaughter Serena; and his friends, Tatjana Case and Rachel Cousano.
Visitation will be held on Friday, October 3rd 2025 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Newington Memorial (20 Bonair Ave, Newington, CT 06111). A funeral service will be held on Saturday, October 4th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the same location. A burial will be held on Saturday, October 4th 2025 from 11:15 AM to 11:30 AM at the West Meadow Cemetery (679 Willard Ave, Newington, CT 06111).
His memory will live on in the hearts of all who were fortunate enough to know and love him. donations may be made in William's memory to Love From Levi or to an animal rescue organization of your choice.