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David Battle Obituary
December 16, 1952 - November 27, 2016
Atlanta, GA- David Battle, Jr., 63, formerly of Macon, passed Sunday, November 27, 2016 in an Atlanta Metro Hospital following complications due to pneumonia. A Celebration of Life Service is scheduled for 10:30am, Saturday, December 3, 2016 in the chapel of Hutchings Funeral Home.
David was born on December 16, 1952. He is the son of Anne Epps Stroud and the step-son of the late Alvin Gerald Stroud. His formative years were spent in Macon, Georgia where he attended Tremont Temple Baptist Church with his family. Upon graduating from Mark Smith High School, he attended Tuskegee Institute (University). He was active in the marching band and Alpha Psi Phi Fraternity. Following graduation from Tuskegee, he relocated to Michigan to work as a Manufacturing Engineer for Fisher Body, a Division of General Motors. In July 1976, he married his college sweetheart, Rhonda Wilson Battle and one daughter, Tiffany, was born to the relationship.
David relocated to the Atlanta Metro area in July, 2013, due to failing health. He is survived by his daughter, Tiffany Battle; mother, Anne Stroud; sister, Shirley Battle Robins; nephews, Brandon Robins (Amy) and Christopher Robins; former wife and friend, Rhonda Battle and a host of other relatives.
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Simone
December 5, 2016
Soon death, morning, outcry and pain will be no more. Rev. 4:11 May this hope help fill the void left because of David's passing.
Martha
December 5, 2016
Sorry for your loss. May you find peace and hope by trusting in God. Romans 15:13.
December 5, 2016
So sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort be with you during this difficult time.
Pamela J Wilson
December 3, 2016
To the family of the late David Battle Jr.:
Praying that you continue to hold onto God's unchanging hands. Take pride that all you have to hold on is memories and no one can take that away...
Blessings and prayers...
Alice Smith
December 3, 2016
Anne, Shirley, loving family members,
It is very ppainful to loose someone you love so dearly. My prayers are that God will bless you with only the peace, that he can give. May you found joy in all of those wonderful memories that you have of when times were more joyful. I have known and loved the family from my early teen days. I know all of you to be such great people. I certainly feel your loss. Please know how precious David was to so many. Although he was dibilated for a period of time, his spirit and love touched so many in this world. We are all more blessed by having known this wonderful young man. God's blessings to each of you. Much love.
Ethel Brown-Glover
December 2, 2016
"I am so sorry for your loss." David, Shirley & I grew up & played together. God will help you to make it through this difficult time. I have so many fond memories of Emory Highway. Just pray, pray, pray.
Willl (Lil Bo) Howell
December 2, 2016
It was good to know you my Alpha Phi Omega Brother and fellow Marching Crimson Piper band member. I haven't seen you since we left Tuskegee but the fun memories seems like only yesterday.
Maya Bunbury
December 1, 2016
You were a joy to care for, never a dull moment Mr. Tuskegee, marching band, electrician. We love you and miss you. 7p shift from CV
Alfred Johnson
December 1, 2016
My sincere condolences to Mrs. Stroud, Shirley and the entire Battle family. Like several other entries I knew David from our early youth. He will truly be missed. My prayers and love to the family.
Terrice May
December 1, 2016
With sincere sympathy to the family. May God Bless you all during this time.
T R
November 30, 2016
Sincere condolences on your loss. May fond memories and loving words comfort your family at this difficult time. (Isaiah 57:15)
Veronica Anthony - Norris
November 30, 2016
My sincere sympathy and condolences are extended to the Battle family. From early elementary school day and playing in "the alley" to Appling and the Lassiter/Mark Smith days the memories will be forever embedded in our hearts and minds. Rest in Peace David...
To the family -
Peace, Blessing, Comfort, and Love
Veronica Anthony - Norris
(Ronnie)
Carol
November 30, 2016
To the family of David Battle Jr., I am so sorry for your loss. I'm sure you miss him daily. Please find comfort in knowing one day we will see our loved ones again John 6:40
Patricia Harrell
November 30, 2016
Rest well my friend. We shared a lot of memories from elementary through high school. Your loved ones will miss you, but their love of God will sustain them.
November 30, 2016
Sorry for your loss
Carolyn A. Wright
November 30, 2016
My sincere prayers and condolences goes out to the Battle Family during this difficult period of bereavement. May David rest in peace and paradise.
November 30, 2016
On behalf of Crestview Nursing staff Unit C2 7a-7p shift we extend our deepest condolence to the entire family. It was such a great experience working with you all during his time of need.
Harold B. Wilder
November 30, 2016
Life long friend from kindergarden. To his family, be encouraged.
November 29, 2016
To the family of Mr Battle,"As a mother comforts her child so I will comfort you"says the LORD" -GA
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