With deep regrets, we have learned about the death of our dear classmate, Betty (Johnson) Battle, on January 24, 2010. Betty passed away a day after her birthday, and she came to Gallaudet College in fall of 1952 from Alabama School for the Deaf. We, the class of 1952, wish to express our deep condolences to Betty’s husband, Neil, and to her family. For further information, please read her obituary.
Link: Betty Battle Obituary: Betty Battle’s Obituary by the Knoxville
News Sentinel.
BATTLE, BETTY JEAN – age 78 of Knoxville passed away Sunday, January 24,
2010 in the compassionate comfort and care of the physicians and staff
at Brakebill Nursing Home. She was a loving wife for 54 years, as well
as a loving mother and grandmother. Survivors include husband, Raymond
Neil Battle; son and daughter-in-law, Jeffery Mark and Stephanie Carroll
Battle of Farragut, Tennessee; grandson, Joshua Andrew Battle of
Atlanta, Georgia; sisters, Peggy Hudson of Montgomery, Alabama, Ann
Crumpton of Montgomery, Alabama, Pat Hodge of Jack., Al.; brothers,
Bobby Johnson of Opp., Al., Harry Johnson of Opp., Al. and Jim Johnson
of Columbus, Georgia; as well as a number of nieces and nephews and many
caring neighbors and friends. Bets was an active member of the deaf
community and served on many community boards. She also served the city
of Knoxville as a member of the mayor’s advisory council on disability
services. Among her many awards, Betty was recognized by the YWCA as a
finalist for the 2008 Volunteer Community Service Award. The family will
receive friends on Wednesday, January 27, 2010 at Berry Funeral Home,
5:00-7:00 PM. A chapel service will follow at 7:00 PM with Rev. Greg
Johannsen presiding. Graveside services will be conducted on Thursday,
January 28, 2010 at 10:00 am at Green Hills Cemetery, Etowah. In lieu of
flowers the family requests donations be made to the Knoxville Center of
the Deaf. A guest book and additional information are available
at www.berryfuneral-home.com. You are invited to share your thoughts
and memories of Betty at her memorial website at www.MeM.com.