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Ray Batts Obituary
Ashland City, TN
Mr. Ray M. Batts age 90, of Ashland City, TN, passed away Friday, November 20, 2015.
Mr. Batts was born in Cheatham County, TN, on September 19, 1925. Ray was in Retail Furniture for almost forty years and was known as the "Nashville Furniture Man". He had five furniture stores in Middle, TN and two La-z-Boy stores. Many people got their start with Ray Batts and went on to having successful careers. Earlier in his life, Ray Batts had a country band and recorded several records. In addition to his parents, Mr. Batts was preceded in death by his wife, Mildred Batts; sons, Kenny and Gary; and a daughter, Cynthia Rogers.
Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Debra Batts Smythia and David Smythia; and grandchildren.
A Celebration of Life will be held Monday, November 23, 2015, at eleven thirty, Woodlawn's Dignity Hall.
Gathering of Family & Friends will be held Sunday from five o'clock until eight o'clock and Monday from ten thirty until the funeral hour at Woodlawn Roesch-Patton-Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers the family respectfully requests memorial contributions be made to Guardian Hospice of Nashville, 741 Cool Springs Blvd Ste 102, Franklin, TN 37067-2697.
Visit the online obituary: www.woodlawn-roesch-pattonfh.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Ray Batts
Jennye Baker
November 16, 2020
Mr. Batts was a very kind and generous man!!!He was my employer for any years!!!!Rest in peace Mr Batts
Pat
November 19, 2016
Please accept my condolences to the Batts family and friends.
Joan Smith
November 23, 2015
RIP Mr. Batts. My husband worked at the Thompson Ln store in the late 70's - early 80's. What a kind man and generous heart! Prayers to the family!
November 23, 2015
Ray Batts was a dear friend to my dad Millard (Woody) Wood. They spent many hours, days, and years together at Ray Batts Furniture Store on Thompson Lane. They also spent many happy hours on the golf course with other furniture associates. He was a kind man.
Sandra Wood Jaudon (Nashville)
Joyce McDaniel
November 23, 2015
Debbie and David my deepest sympathy on your loss. Ray was a Nashville legend. You're in my thoughts and prayers
Bert Wright
November 23, 2015
A Nashville Legend - NO Doubt!
Jennye Baker
November 23, 2015
Rest in Peace Mr. Batts, thanks for all the kindess given to me during my employment with Ray Batts Furniture!!!!!!!!!
Gere Mullican
November 23, 2015
Ray Batts and the Smiling Rhythm Boys. I was one of them. RIP my friend. Gere Mullican
Erica Trail
November 23, 2015
A beautiful soul.. worked for him back in the 80s..prayers for the family..
Lynda Miller
November 22, 2015
Mr. Batts was a client for many years and always treated me well and with kindness. RIP Mr. Batts! I just realized I still have furniture I bought from you many years ago!
William Lehner
November 22, 2015
Thank you for the inspiration and kindness you displayed to me during the brief time we spent together. The impact you had on me will never be forgotten. Truly a kind man.
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