Harold Paul Batelaan, age 83, went to be with the Lord Thursday, December 8, 2016 in Paradise, CA. Harold was born April 19, 1933 in Odessa, Washington to Paul and Nellie Batelaan. Harold was is the U.S. Army and served in the Korean War. He retired from Ventura Fire Dept. as a Captain of Station #51. Harold was a member and very active in Magalia Pines Baptist Church, loved antiques. He had a great sense of humor, story teller, sound wisdom of the Lord’s word, Sunday School Teacher, Preacher and loved the Lord.

Harold is survived by his wife Marlene Batelaan; Daughters Elizabeth Connors and Susan (Ted) Hess; Brothers Irvin Batelaan and Ray Batelaan.

A Memorial Service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, December 16, 2016 at Magalia Pines Baptist Church, 14098 Skyway, Magalia, CA. Arrangements are under the care of Newton-Bracewell Cremation & Funeral Service.