John Batgos

 John Batgos November 3, 1967 - October 23, 2025

John “Johnny” Batgos, 57, passed away peacefully at his Devon PA home on October 23rd. John was the son of the late Penelope (Millili) and James Batgos. He was a lifelong resident of the Wayne and Devon area.

A graduate of Conestoga High School, John also attended the University of West Virginia. Prior to a metastasized cancer diagnosis in December 2024, he spent his career in the service industry, beginning as a teenager at his family’s restaurant, Valley Forge Diner in King of Prussia. After the sale of the family business, John continued working as a server and bartender at various restaurants in Chester County; Black Powder Tavern, Epicurean Garage and Flowing Springs Inn.

John ‘s quick wit, and encyclopedic knowledge of sports, movies and music, made him a service industry natural. It wasn’t unusual for many customers to specifically request John to be their server. Both customers and friends loved to hear his laugh, which was both infectious and distinct. This past May, John was well enough to attend his 40th high school reunion. According to his classmates, he was the star of the show and had them laughing till it hurt.

John is survived by his brother Thomas, his wife Marianne, and their son James, and sister Joanna, her husband Jonathan(Chip) and their children, Jessie, Zachary and Drew, as well as many close friends.

John’s family welcomes friends at St. David’s Episcopal Church, 763 South Valley Forge Road, Wayne PA 19087(Radnor Township) Saturday, November 22nd from 10:00am to 11:00am with his Memorial Service to follow at 11:00am.

**The visitation hour and service will be held at the “original” smaller Church located in the Churchyard.

Burial will be private.

In lieu of flowers, a tribute donation can be made in John’s memory to Bringing Hope Home, a local cancer charity that was an enormous help to John.

Bringing Hope Home641 Swedesford Road Malvern, PA 19355

https://bringinghopehome.org

In Memory of John Batgos