Jantha Kay "Buggs" Batton

Jantha Kay "Buggs" Batton obituary

Jantha Kay "Buggs" Batton

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22

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3581 N. Westwood Blvd, Poplar Bluff, MO 63901

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Jantha Batton Obituary

Published by Legacy on Sep. 19, 2025.
Jantha Kay "Buggs" Batton, age 74, of Poplar Bluff, MO, died Thursday, September 18, 2025 at her residence in Poplar Bluff, MO. Ms. Batton was born July 3, 1951 in Poplar Bluff, MO, daughter of the late Ervin Elbert and Sara Ollene Batton (Stafford).

Jantha was a member of the Faith Lutheran Church in Dexter, MO. She enjoyed spending time with her family and especially loved taking care of her granddaughter. She also liked going to yard sales and being outdoors.

Jantha is survived by one daughter: Amanda (Brian) Wertenberger of Williamsville, MO; three grandchildren: Tinley Kristin Inman, Tytin Inman, and Madalynn Wertenberger; three siblings: Anita Batton, Ray (Shirley) Batton, and Rick (Carol) Batton, all of Poplar Bluff, MO; nephews and nieces: Eric (Shelly) Batton, Lisa Kay Batton, Brad Batton, Doug Batton, and Julie (Jeff) Lockhart; several great nieces and nephews; and a dear friend: Sharon Bagwell.

Visitation will begin at 10:00 AM on Monday, September 22, 2025 at Fellowship Church in Poplar Bluff, MO. Funeral services will follow at 11:00 AM in the church sanctuary with Rev. Justin Sponaugle officiating. Burial will be at Mt. Zion Cemetery of Butler County. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be sent to The American Cancer Society's Hope Lodge: 4207 Lindell Blvd St Louis, MO 63108 or Susan G. Komen: 13770 Noel Road, Suite 801889, Dallas, TX 75380 Condolences: www.whitesandersfuneralhome.com

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Upcoming Events

Sep

22

Visitation

10:00 a.m.

Fellowship Church

3581 N. Westwood Blvd, Poplar Bluff, MO 63901

Send Flowers

Sep

22

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

Fellowship Church

3581 N. Westwood Blvd, Poplar Bluff, MO 63901

Send Flowers