Timeline for Daniel D. Bator
Born: May 19, 1956
Died: January 8, 2026
Daniel D. Bator, 69, of Ludlow, passed away on Thursday, January 8, 2026. Son of the late Walter and Marion (Grabowski) Bator, he was born in Ludlow on May 19, 1956. A lifelong resident, Danny was a 1974 graduate of Ludlow High School. He worked for several area construction companies. Danny was always proud of his Polish heritage and was a member of the Polish American Citizen’s Club. He loved fishing, golfing, playing poker with his buddies and listening to music. He grew up a NY Yankees and Giants fan and loved the Bruins and Patriots.
Danny is survived by his sister Janice Bator of Ludlow, several cousins and countless lifelong friends, as well as his beloved cats Cleo and Boozer.
Visiting hours for Danny will be Friday, January 23, 2026 from 9:30-10:30AM at the Kapinos-Mazur Funeral Home, 64 Sewall St., Ludlow, MA, followed by a Liturgy of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM in Christ the King Church, Warsaw Avenue, Ludlow. Burial will be in St, Aloysius Cemetery, Berkshire Ave, Springfield, MA. In lieu of flowers donations in Danny’s memory may be made to Veteran’s Dragon Boat USA, 1984 Memorial Drive, #115, Chicopee, MA 01020, in honor of his father’s WWII service or to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital at www.stjude.org.
In memory of Daniel D. Bator, Lynn Galis-Belanger lit a candle
I am so sorry to hear about Danny's passing. He always was a good guy, always upbeat and kind. So funny! When they had cows up at the family farm he said bring the kids over they can milk the cows. He took the time to show them. They loved it! Danny always led a helping hand to everybody. He was loved by many many friends. My condolences go out to Janice and the Bator family. Keeping all his friends and family in my thoughts and prayers. May he rest in peace.
Had a fun time with Danny at the last class reunion. Talked about our childhood growing up on Fuller St. riding the bus to catholic school in Indian Orchard. Always a sweet guy. Smiling and laughing. Condolences to his sister Janice. Mariann Ross-Bramucci & Richard Bramucci
rest in peace DAN you were a very good person always liked hanging out with you had some good times at the LFG you always had a big smileon your face and you were friendly to everyone you came in contact with never heard you say a bad thing about anyone you were one of the good guys you will be missed by a lot of your friends DANNY rest in peace my friend
I was sitting next to Danny in one class at school and I complimented his new sneakers. He said they made him run as fast as a puma. For some reason that really struck me as funny and every time I hear the word puma I laugh to myself and think of Danny. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Rest in peace 💜
Mike Narreau Many good times with Danny at his house and many of of great fishing trips. Sorry for your loss, Danny will be missed. RIP Dan
My condolences to Janice and the Bator Family, Dan was always a lot of Fun to be around .Had a Great sence of Humor he will be missed by all who knew him. So sad to hear he has passed on.
Sincere condolences to the Bator Family and all the many friends that Danny had. I will never forget all the good times we had together. Rest in peace my friend you will be missed.
Janice, Jim and I are so sorry for your loss. We loved Danny and go back so many years. He was a colorful character always having something to say but was a lot of fun. We had the best times in the hay fields and in your back yard. I think he knew more songs than anyone I knew. He will be deeply missed. I find peace that he is with your Mom and Dad now.
Our deepest condolences to Janice and all who knew and loved Dan. He will be forever missed. I will always cherish our morning coffees and many chats. He was my first friend when we moved here to town who later became family. Dan will always be remembered as uncle Bates. Rest peacefully my friend, until we meet again
In memory of Daniel D. Bator, Lynne Barsalou lit a candle
So sorry of the loss of Danny , he was a wonderful person always laughing wonderful person to hang around with. I know Danny for years. He taught me how to play pool billiards. I will never forget those days. Rest in peace Danny. Prayers and thoughts are with the Bator family.
My deepest sympathy and God Bless All. Danny was always a close friend sharing many good times. I'll always remember our friendship and laughing together.
Date: Friday, January 23, 2026
Time: 9:30 am - 10:30 am
Date: Friday, January 23, 2026
Time: 11:00 am
Date: Friday, January 23, 2026
Time: 12:00 pm
In lieu of flowers donations in Danny’s memory may be made to Veteran’s Dragon Boat USA, 1984 Memorial Drive, #115, Chicopee, MA 01020, in honor of his father’s WWII service or to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital at www.stjude.org.
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Our sincere condolences.
The staff of Kapinos-Mazur Funeral Home.
In memory of Daniel D. Bator, Lynn Galis-Belanger lit a candle
I am so sorry to hear about Danny's passing. He always was a good guy, always upbeat and kind. So funny! When they had cows up at the family farm he said bring the kids over they can milk the cows. He took the time to show them. They loved it! Danny always led a helping hand to everybody. He was loved by many many friends. My condolences go out to Janice and the Bator family. Keeping all his friends and family in my thoughts and prayers. May he rest in peace.
Had a fun time with Danny at the last class reunion. Talked about our childhood growing up on Fuller St. riding the bus to catholic school in Indian Orchard. Always a sweet guy. Smiling and laughing. Condolences to his sister Janice. Mariann Ross-Bramucci & Richard Bramucci
rest in peace DAN you were a very good person always liked hanging out with you had some good times at the LFG you always had a big smileon your face and you were friendly to everyone you came in contact with never heard you say a bad thing about anyone you were one of the good guys you will be missed by a lot of your friends DANNY rest in peace my friend
I was sitting next to Danny in one class at school and I complimented his new sneakers. He said they made him run as fast as a puma. For some reason that really struck me as funny and every time I hear the word puma I laugh to myself and think of Danny. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Rest in peace 💜
Mike Narreau Many good times with Danny at his house and many of of great fishing trips. Sorry for your loss, Danny will be missed. RIP Dan
My condolences to Janice and the Bator Family, Dan was always a lot of Fun to be around .Had a Great sence of Humor he will be missed by all who knew him. So sad to hear he has passed on.
Sincere condolences to the Bator Family and all the many friends that Danny had. I will never forget all the good times we had together. Rest in peace my friend you will be missed.
Janice, Jim and I are so sorry for your loss. We loved Danny and go back so many years. He was a colorful character always having something to say but was a lot of fun. We had the best times in the hay fields and in your back yard. I think he knew more songs than anyone I knew. He will be deeply missed. I find peace that he is with your Mom and Dad now.
Our deepest condolences to Janice and all who knew and loved Dan. He will be forever missed. I will always cherish our morning coffees and many chats. He was my first friend when we moved here to town who later became family. Dan will always be remembered as uncle Bates. Rest peacefully my friend, until we meet again
In memory of Daniel D. Bator, Lynne Barsalou lit a candle
So sorry of the loss of Danny , he was a wonderful person always laughing wonderful person to hang around with. I know Danny for years. He taught me how to play pool billiards. I will never forget those days. Rest in peace Danny. Prayers and thoughts are with the Bator family.
My deepest sympathy and God Bless All. Danny was always a close friend sharing many good times. I'll always remember our friendship and laughing together.
Kapinos-Mazur Funeral Home
Our sincere condolences.
The staff of Kapinos-Mazur Funeral Home.