On June 4, 2007, of Bethesda, MD. Beloved husband of Jennifer Battista; father of Susan Gunnulfsen, Lynn Podraza and Eugene Battista; brother of Samuel Battista. He is also survived by six grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at PUMPHREY'S BETHESDA-CHEVY CHASE FUNERAL HOME, 7557 Wisconsin Avenue, Bethesda, MD 20814 on Thursday, June 7 at 1 p.m. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the American Cancer Society, 11331 Amherst Ave., Silver Spring, MD 20902. Please view and sign the family guest book at
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Bobbi Ebaugh (Slagle)
June 10, 2007
Hi Jenny, So sorry to hear about Gene, just think of him playing golf with all of friends that have been waiting, specially Bill Herring. My prayers are with You and Susan.
Claudia Van Veen
June 7, 2007
There are so very many wondeful, funny and dear memories. They will always be treasured.
Patti Sue Battista-Rutherford
June 6, 2007
Dear Aunt Jenny, Susan, Lynn and Geneie Boy, This is a sad day, we all will cherish our fond memories.
Thinking of you all,
Much Love ,
Patti Sue Battista Rutherford
Christine Butler, RN
June 6, 2007
Dear Mrs Battista,
I send our condolences to you at this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Chris Butler
Palliative Care
Nurse Practitioner
Sibley Memorial Hospital
Claudette Hollingsworth Caudell
June 5, 2007
Jenny,Little Gene,Susan & Lynn.
I am sorry to hear that Big Gene passed, My prayers are with you.
Jody Tompros
June 5, 2007
Hi aunt Jenny and Susan, I'm so sorry that uncle Gene has passed away but I'm so glad that he no longer suffers. Love, Jody
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