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for Alger Batts
Suzanne Mills Erskine
July 23, 2009
I met Buster when he and his family moved to Wake Forest, N.C. around 1957. We were classmates, then he became my first real boyfriend, something you never truly forget. He returned to Wake Forest for several reunions and we always thought of him as one of our group. I send love and deepest sympathy to his family on behalf of myself and the other members of the Wake Forest High School Class of '63.
Joe Gallagher
July 13, 2009
I have just learned of Buster's passing from Jeff Butler this week. We have lost a good man and dear friend. I met Buster when I first came to UR as an assistant basketball coach in '78. He made me feel right at home when I first met him. My wife Sharon and I will miss him a great deal as many other family and friends will. Sincerely, Joe and Sharon Gallagher
Jeanne Owens Dalton
June 24, 2009
My prayers go out to Buster's family. He was such a wonderful person and friend. I remember a time at Freeman when they were having a talent show, my sister, Rae Owens, went to Freeman and was a good friend of Busters. I was 3 years younger and in a big crowd of people being pushed around getting into where the show was going to be. Out of the blue a big man appeared, It was Buster (i didn't know him). He said hold on to my hand or you will get lost in this crowd. And he held my hand till we got in. He became my friend. Buster was the best. A gentleman, so sweet, and thoughtful...He will be greatly missed but he is in heaven with my sister Rae, who died at 26....I know they are talking now....and she's glad to see him.....but it's such a loss for all of us down here.....Buster we will never forget you or Rae. Go Rebels!
Love Always,
Jerry Parr
June 17, 2009
I first saw Buster in the chow line of the old refectory in 1963 after reading of his basketball exploits at DSF. Had the pleasure of knowing him over the next four years at UR. Always enjoyed seeing him at Spider functions or most recently at the grocery store. He always had a smile and a kind word. He will be greatly missed!
Jim Martin
June 16, 2009
I first met "Buster" when he was with Bingham GMC and then again later when he was with Carter. I greatly enjoyed our conversations and his help was graciously given when the need arose.
Jim Martin
Vinton
June 15, 2009
To the Batts family,
I went to DSF with Buster and loved to watch him play ball. He was a gentle giant even then.
Donna Fay Cuthrell Kessel
class of 1964
Dan Summerlin
June 15, 2009
Trey and Cory,
Even though it was 25-30 years ago some of my most vivid childhood memories are of your dad in Salem. I am very sorry for your loss.
ELAINE HARLESS CLEMONS
June 14, 2009
I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR OF THE LOSS OF A SPECIAL PERSON , BUSTER, I WORKED WITH HIM AT CARTER MACHINERY MANY YEARS BACK. THE WORLD HAS LOST BUT HEAVEN HAS GAINED.
Susan Terrell
June 14, 2009
Buster taught me many things, but especially that as long as there is love, there will be Santa Claus. I have passed that along to my children and grandchildren. For as long as we all live, Buster will, too. I love him and you all dearly.
Linda Long
June 13, 2009
It has been my pleasure to know you & to be around you. Your a great friend & I appreciate you. We miss you SO!
Jean Atwell
June 13, 2009
I will miss Buster's smile and warm friendship May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories He loved you so much I am so sad to have lost a kind friend I will miss his hugs
Ned Peple
June 13, 2009
I was shocked and saddened to learn of Buster's death. As a former neighbor, I looked forward to visiting with Buster over the years at the UR basketball games. A large presence in every sense, he will be missed. My condolences to his family.
Fred Antonelli
June 13, 2009
To Buster's family,
I attended the University of Richmond with Buster in the mid-to-late 60's where I knew him as a fraternity brother. He was a great big, easy-going guy with an even bigger heart who genuinely cared about everyone. Throughout the pasing years after graduation, I did see him on a few occasions at Spider baskeball games. Buster didn't appear to have changed one bit from the kind person I had know so many years ago.
We should be so fortunate to be remembered the way Buster will be: a very good person who lived a very good life.
madeline & jimmy mckenna
June 13, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Dee Neighbors
June 12, 2009
Trey and Cory,
I'm so sad to hear of your loss.
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow.
June 12, 2009
I knew Buster through his son, my friend Trey. Buster was a "gentle giant". My thoughts and prayers go out to the Batts family and everyone that knew Buster.
June 12, 2009
A sad day. Buster was a great team mate and a good friend. Have many fond memories. I offer my deepest sympathies. Buster left us way to young.
spike welsh
Kathy M
June 12, 2009
I didn't know Buster for a long time, but what I do know, he was a gracious and generous man. Rest in Peace Buster.
June 12, 2009
sorry for your loss i worked with buster many years will miss him god bless
moe collier
Carrie Moore
June 12, 2009
Thank you for being so kind to me. You are a wonderful friend. I'll see you in heaven. I love ya. Go Rebels!
Belinda Copeland
June 12, 2009
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
Brent Richardson
June 12, 2009
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Mark Rowley
June 12, 2009
I did know Buster personally, but I have fond memories of him playing basketball at the University of Richmond. I was about 12 years old when my dad would take me to the old Richmond Arena to watch the Spiders play.(Tommy Green,Harvey Roberts,Spike Welch, Johnny Moates and Buster at center).I have been a Spider basketball fan ever since those days. (Class of 1976).Spider nation has lost a loyal alumni who will be greatly missed.
With deepest sympathy.
Kerri (Green), Mark, Logan & Ava Milton
June 12, 2009
Cory & Trey,
Your dad was a wonderful man & father who loved his family dearly. He'll be with you always.
Evelyn Brown
June 12, 2009
Cory and Trey,
Your dad was a special, kind-hearted guy. It was so much fun watching him play basketball at Freeman and U of R with the teammates he loved.
Who could ever forget his huge smile !
I know you miss him.
You both made him proud.
love,
Evelyn
Paul Yeaman
June 12, 2009
Trey and Cory,
Sorry to hear of your loss. My family will have you in our thoughts and prayers.
James Shackelford
June 12, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
June 12, 2009
I am so very sorry to read this about Buster. He will be missed by all his Freeman buddies, especially the basketball team. With deepest sympathy.
Jean (Meredith) Ansell
Va. Beach, Va.
Debi Tanner
June 12, 2009
God Bless... Buster was always a very kind and considerate man and who praised his children and was so proud of them. I worked with "Buster" several years at Colonial Truck Sales, Ashland and Richmond locations. Very sorry for the families loss. He will surely be missed.
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