Search by Name

Search by Name

Kurtis Earl "Poppa" Bateman

FUNERAL HOME

Gatens-Harding Funeral Home

147 Main St.

Poca, West Virginia

Kurtis Bateman Obituary

KURTIS EARL "POPPA" BATEMAN, born November 3, 1945, of Nitro, WV left this earthly life on January 30, 2026. Kurtis was a proud Navy Veteran having served during the Vietnam Era. He was a firefighter, EMT and he belonged to the Painter's Union. In keeping with his wishes, Kurtis will be cremated and interred at Donel C. Kinnard Memorial State Veteran Cemetery. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Gatens-Harding Funeral Home, 147 Main St., Poca is serving the family.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Charleston Gazette-Mail on Feb. 3, 2026.

Memories and Condolences
for Kurtis Bateman

Sponsored by Gatens-Harding Funeral Home.

Not sure what to say?





2 Entries

E hami

February 3, 2026

Big K has always been warm and welcoming every time I see him. For an old guy, he sure got excited about being amoungst others, helping, entertaining, just being a great person. I give his life plan a gold star.

Shirley Vaught

February 3, 2026

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Showing 1 - 2 of 2 results

Make a Donation
in Kurtis Bateman's name

Memorial Events
for Kurtis Bateman

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

Gatens-Harding Funeral Home

147 Main St., Poca, WV 25159

How to support Kurtis's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services, and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Kurtis Bateman's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more