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Ralph William Battles
Ralph William Battles, age 91, died peacefully on Friday, August 30, 2013.
Ralph was born on November 1, 1921 in Akron, Ohio to Carl Cecil and Catherine Fredericka Steigner Battles. He was a 1939 graduate of South High School and a Navy veteran of World War II where he proudly served aboard the Howard F. Clark, destroyer escort. Ralph retired from Babcock and Wilcox after 44 years of service, progressing from draftsman to Project Scheduler. He enjoyed gardening, hiking, and family camping trips throughout the United States, appreciating the wonder and beauty of God's creation. A sports enthusiast, he played on many baseball and basketball teams where he met many of his lifelong friends.
Ralph was a member of Margaret Park Presbyterian Church for many years, serving as Clerk of Session and Superintendent of Sunday School. He later joined Northminster Presbyterian Church and was part of the men's 'Brown Baggers' group. With several close friends, he volunteered at the Akron Good Neighbors for many years.
Ralph was preceded in death by wife, Jeanette Jones Battles; brothers, Carl Hamlin and Robert Harold; sister, Doris Kathryn Dodge; and son-in-law, Barrie F. Bodden.
He is survived by wife, Lois; children, Rebecca Bodden, Mark Battles, Nancy (Ron) Capotosta, and Donna (Tod) Custer; his grandchildren, Barrie Bodden, Kelly Battles, Joseph (Amelia) Capotosta, Andrew Capotosta, Rachel Custer, Hannah Custer, Adrienne Capotosta and Caleb Custer.
The family wishes to thank the aides and nurses of Speret Hall and the Hospice Crossroads staff.
A memorial service will be held Friday, September 6th at 7 p.m. in Northminster Presbyterian Church, 104 Portage Trail Ext W, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44223 (330) 928-8885.
The family will receive friends in the fellowship hall following the service. Interment will be at the Western Reserve National Cemetery in Rittman, Ohio. Memorial contributions may be made to Akron Good Neighbors, 1453 Goodyear Boulevard, Akron, OH 44305.
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To Mr Battles' kids,
Your dad was a man among men. His always ready smile and sincerity made a big impression on me and many others. My family was fortunate to call him our friend. Please accept our condolences on your loss.
Phil Kohari & family
September 6, 2013
Donna and Tod, my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I know how hard it is to lose a parent. Please know that I am thinking of you during this difficult time.
Karen Wright
September 5, 2013
Dear Becky,Mark,Nancy and Donna.So sorry foryour lose.I have many happy memories growing up with your family.Your dad was a wonderful man.
amy (Cargill)Bishop
September 5, 2013
Mark and family
Sorry for your loss.
Barry Wood
September 5, 2013
To the Battles Family,
As long as you remember me
My memory will live on.
Our thoughts will be there with you
And at every breaking dawn good thoughts of us will fill your mind of us as time lessons your pain.
You will here finally be able to hear the birds sing in spring and remember me each day with a smile.
Have comfort in knowing That I'm at peace now.
As long as you remember me,
The love you have will fill your heart, and it will ease the sorrow
For we will only be apart for a while.
So have good thoughts of me,
See and enjoy the wonder of each day, the joy of sunlit on your face and the afternoons sunsets.
The grand design displays everything that God has given us to enjoy.
As long as you remember me,
The memories of us will always be their
God can help give you that tranquility
As nighttime stars appear just ask him
to give you hope for brighter days
and strengthen you to see remember he can only put on you what you can bear, and he will never leave you and with Gods help he will be an added comforted just remember to have FAITH it will subtain you Ps.147;3
Karen Caldwell
September 4, 2013
Mark & Family,
I am sorry to hear that your Father passed away. I send my prayers and thoughts with you during this time. He lead a long, strong life and now he was called home. May you and your family find consolation knowing that he has found peace and comfort.
Angela Jefferys
September 4, 2013
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