In Taunton, July 15, 2016 James F. Batch, age 76, passed away in Morton Hospital following a lengthy illness. James was born in Lowell, Ma, the son of the late Frank Bacigalupo & Louise Mulholland. James had resided most of his life in Taunton. He served his country during the Vietnam War in the U.S. Army. James was employed as a counselor at the former Paul A. Dever State School in Taunton. James enjoyed listening to music, watching movies and taking long rides with his family. James is survived by his loving daughter Donna Bouchard and her husband Gerry of Carver and his son Angelo Batch of Taunton. He is also survived by his former wife Helen (Hille) Darrow of Taunton. Services are private at the request of the family. Arrangements are under the direction of the O’Keefe-Wade Funeral Home in Taunton.