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Bobby Bateman Obituary

Bobby G. Bateman, 61, passed away on February 23, 2008, at Rex Hospital. Bobby was born in Wilson County, NC August 28, 1946. He was the youngest child of Raymond and Callie Ballance Bateman.
He is survived by his wife of 27 years, Dedi Bateman; daughters, Haley of the home; Lauren Bannan and her husband, Dan. Also surviving are: his sister, Margret and her husband, Claude Worrell of Raleigh; brother, Raymond Bateman, Jr. and wife, Maria of Victoria, Mexico. Also survived by many nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 27, 2008 followed by a reception at St. Giles Presbyterian Church - 5101 Oak Park Rd. 27612 www.saintgiles.org.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to: St. Giles Memorial Fund or Cancer Centers of NC Fight Fund - 4104 Macon Pond Rd. - Raleigh, NC 27609.

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Published by The News & Observer on Feb. 26, 2008.

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Phyllis Andrews

March 8, 2008

Dear Dedi,
I would like to say I'm very sorry for your loss. Just remember the last 27 years of his life were filled with happiness because of you, that means alot to me . I would also like to Thank you for giving us ( Phyllis, Patricia ,Bobbie Jo ) the chance to say good bye to our father . I'm sure there will be a special place in heaven for you..

Phyllis BATEMAN Andrews

Tom Lawrence

February 27, 2008

Dedi and Haley, Earlyn and I were sorry to hear of Bobby's death. May your faith get you through the difficult days ahead and lead you to a bright future. Tom and Earlyn

Jane Quincy

February 27, 2008

Dedi, You have been so nice to my family. When Earl got sick, Terri would come to you for any information you had on cancer. I'm Terri's mother and I can say that I know how you feel.

Terri Norris

February 27, 2008

Dedi and Family - Dedi I was so sorry to hear about Bobby. You and your family are very special to me and you will always be in my thoughts and prayers !! May the memories of Bobby fill your heart.

Ashleigh Pulley

February 26, 2008

I am so sorry Haley, I know the pain and sadness will always be there, but remember that you have friends that are there for you, and will help you though this tough time. My Prayers are with you. May God Put his loving arms around you and your family.

Lynn Shockley

February 26, 2008

Dear Dedi: You have had a lot of ups and downs, but I know God is holding you in His arms. We love you and are praying for you and the family.

Ronald Brown

February 26, 2008

Me and Ann were very sorry to hear of Bobby's passing. I worked with bobby at Schraders for a while in years past and enjoyed the working times we shared and the golf.

Debra Vick

February 26, 2008

Dear Dedi and family. I am so sorry to hear about Bobby. I know times will be hard, but you have great memories in your heart. Whenever you are down, look inside your heart and live the memories. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God lead you in the hours, days, weeks, and months ahead.

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