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Julian Battle Obituary
February 1, 1934 - March 16, 2015
Wadley, GA- Julian Wayne Battle, 81, of St. Charles Street, Wadley, GA, died at his residence on Monday, March 16, following a courageous battle with ALS.
A native and life-long resident of Wadley, Mr. Battle was born on February 1, 1934, the son of the late Julian H. Battle and Annie May Battle. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Wadley, where he served as a trustee and a member of the Administrative Board. He was the founder and owner of Battle Lumber Company, where he devoted over 50 years of his life to building his company for his children and grandchildren. He was a founder and past Board Chairman for both Bartow Academy and Thomas Jefferson Academy, where he was an avid supporter of their academic and athletic programs.
Mr. Battle was a past member of the Wadley City Council and past president of the Wadley Jaycees. He also served on the Board of Directors for the Bank of Wadley as well as the Queensborough National Bank Holding Company. He was an avid collector of antique cars, and he enjoyed traveling to Daytona Beach, FL, Lake Toxaway, NC, and Clark Hill Lake.
He is survived by his beloved and devoted wife of 60 years, Rebecca Anglin Battle; his sister, Joanne Blount, of Canton, GA; his three children: Teresa Battle Miller (Craig), Tommy Battle (Rita), and Laura Battle Swan (Bob), all of Wadley; ten grandchildren: Becky Miller Pryor (Charles) of Americus, Kristin Miller Dale (Johnny) of Wadley, Mary Beth Miller of Atlanta; Thomas Battle (Mandy), Drew Battle, and Katelyn Battle, all of Wadley; Rob Swan, Matt Swan, Jon Swan, and Annie Swan, all of Wadley; and five great-grandchildren: Miller Anne Pryor and Shep Pryor of Americus; Michael Dale and Georganna Dale and Sara Thomas Battle all of Wadley.
The family will receive friends on Wednesday, March 18, 2015, from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at the First United Methodist Church of Wadley. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, March 19, 2015, at First United Methodist Church of Wadley. Burial will follow at Wadley Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Thomas Battle, Drew Battle, Rob Swan, Matt Swan, Jon Swan, Charles Pryor, Johnny Dale, and Michael Coccia,. Honorary Pallbearers will be the Men of the First United Methodist Church of Wadley along with Timmy Beckworth, David Brantley, Don Bray, Bobby Brett, Andy Calhoun, Jack Cooper, Harry Gilmore, James Hall, Nathaniel Hall, Billy Lamb, Rusty Logue, Tim Lumpkin, Paul McDaniel, Jeff Miller, Olin Netherland, Paul Purvis, Chris Rountree, and Anthony Strowbridge.
Memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church of Wadley, P.O. Box 99, Wadley, GA 30477, or to Thomas Jefferson Academy, 2264 U.S. Hwy 1, North, Louisville, GA 30434.
Smith Funeral Home, 60 South Main Street, Wadley, in charge of arrangements .
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for Julian Battle
Michael Doyle
April 10, 2015
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Battle family.
I salute Mr. Battle one of most respected names in the Lumber and Pallet business in the country.
Kim Amerson
March 23, 2015
You all are one of the most wonderful Godly families I have ever had the honor of knowing. I will keep you in my prayers. Love to you all.
Maryrurh Hall
March 22, 2015
I had met mr battle a few times before he bought land on by-pass frm ex husband -he was a very nice gentleman - May he rest in peace- he is whole with Jesus- no more pain nor sorrow- condolences to his family
March 19, 2015
My condolences goes out to your family in your time of grief. May the god of comfort help you guys get through this time.
Woody Jones
March 19, 2015
What a nice person, a really great guy.
Gloria logue
March 19, 2015
Ms. Becky and family, So sorry for your loss there are no words right now that can ease your pain. Mr. Wayne was a good man who never forgot who he was , he was a friend to all, always had a smile and encouraging word for all. He will be greatly missed by all. Mr. Wayne made Wadley a great place to live, he gave to Wadley everyday. Yall are his great legacy God bless yall.
Dr. Patricia Palmer-Monk
March 19, 2015
Wayne and all of the Battle Family hold a special place in my heart and memories. May God bless you all as you share in this time of loss and celebration. Love you, Pat
rose smith
March 18, 2015
Prayers to the family
rose smith
March 18, 2015
May God Watch over your family with the lose of an awesome man. My prayers are with you all. Love the family.
John Lewis
March 18, 2015
Wayne has left a legacy of family, hard work, church and community involvement for all who knew him. What a solid citizen and inspiration to us all. God rest ye merry gentleman. May God's strength and poise be with the family as we all grieve.
Kevin Counsell
March 18, 2015
Drew and family , Dr. Counsell and myself could not name a more respectable man than your grandfather. Loved and liked ,even by his competitors. Mr. Wayne , way the definition , of a God fearing , respectable citizen. A good man ( no a great man)was lost with his passing.
Cynthia May
March 18, 2015
Ms. Rebecca and Family,
I sure will miss Mr. Wayne being here, as so many other people will also.
He was a very accomplished man and touched many lives along life's way.
You are one of the nicest couple's that I have been blessed to have in my life. You have an awesome family.
Celebrate Mr. Wayne's life and the legacy that he has left from all his hard work.
Thanks for your friendship to my family over the years.
God Bless you all.
Peace!
"For many are called but few are chosen" Matthew 22:14
"Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God." Matthew 5:8
Cynthia May
University Medical Group, Evans Georgia
Don Grantham/Forest Sales
March 18, 2015
I am so sorry that I can't be there. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Jim Andrew
March 18, 2015
My friend Wayne Battle was a great individual. Friend, business dealings, serving together on a board-the same soft spoken Wayne was there.
When he spoke I could not help but notice everyone stopped and listened. I am aware that we all will be forgotten over time. Wayne is no different. But we can all be consoled that his memory will be remembered by his children, grand
children and on and on for years. Deserved.
March 18, 2015
We'll sure miss you, Wayne. You were one of the finest men in the lumber business. Bless you,
Charles Simmons
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