Arlene Shepherd Bateman

So grateful to have been able to serve with you in South Africa. You and President Bateman have had such an incredible impact on my life and will always have a special place in my heart.

Mrs. Bateman - Although I didn't have the pleasure of knowing you personally, your memory lives on in your granddaughter, Riesa. She is a remarkable woman and I know that your presence in her life was instrumental in the wonderful person that she has grown into. May God bless you and keep you always.

As I read your journal entry last Sunday, I was reminded of my own mother's passing. She was an avid genealogist and had done temple work for so many. As my sister and I sat in her hospital room sorting our feelings after she passed, we looked at each other and said that we thought we were missing the "party". I'm sure you must have similar feelings as you realize the great rejoicing that awaited your dear mother. She has been a powerful influence to so many. I thought of her again as we...

Goodbye dear Arlene until we meet again.
We were disappointed to miss your service.
Sandy Styger Wills, Stan Styger & Carl m Styger

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Mrs. Bateman was my 10th grade English teacher at Westwood High School. She was a wonderful teacher and one that I'll never forget. She took the time to encourage me to do better in my schoolwork. I'll always remember her heartleft reading of John Gunther's "Death Be ot Proud" to the class. My sympathies to her family for their loss.

I can see Arlene's smile and eyes in Maren's face. She lives on within you.

Juli, I'm thinking of you and know these are difficult times. A cousin once said to me on the occasion of my own mother's death, "You will never get used to it, but you will learn to live with it." I found that to be profound and true.

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of Arlene & Maury's family. Their light will shine through all of you. Praying that you each find peace in knowing they will walk with you always. Love