Arthur Bateman Memorial Website

Arthur James Bateman (1935-2005)

Arthur was a remarkable man whose life spanned continents and touched countless hearts. Born in South London to a house painter father and schoolteacher mother, he rose through scholarship and determination to become a successful international businessman, loving father, and devoted partner.

His children Matthew and Jessica have shared beautiful tributes that capture the essence of who Arthur was - a passionate, driven man with insatiable curiosity, boundless energy, and an extraordinary capacity for love and friendship.

Family Tributes:

Tribute by Matthew Bateman
Matt's moving tribute tells the story of Arthur's journey from South London to international success, his deep love for family and friends, and the values he instilled in his children through his example of passion, drive, and determination.

Tribute by Jessica Bateman
Jessica's heartfelt eulogy celebrates Arthur as "the Lion" - drawing on his Leo star sign to capture his dominant, creative, and magnanimous personality that made him a natural leader and beloved patriarch to his extended family.

Arthur's legacy lives on through the love he shared, the friendships he nurtured, and the values he passed on to his children and all whose lives he touched during his remarkable 69 years.