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Gloria Elaine Battle

08/22/1935 - 04/19/2026

Obituary For Gloria Elaine Battle

Gloria Elaine Battle, 90, passed away Sunday, April 19, 2026.

Funeral service 2:00pm Monday, April 27, 2026 at Thorne Chapel Baptist Church, 1624 Windsor Dr. Rocky Mount, NC. 27801 with Rev. Kelly Andrews, Pastor, Dr. Wallace Cherry, Officiating, and Rev. Richard L. Battle, Eulogist. Burial will follow at Gardens of Gethsemane.

Visitation will be held 1 hour prior to the service at Thorne Chapel Baptist Church.

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To Tabitha and family: I would like to extend my sincere condolences. May God grant you comfort and peace. Your beautiful love one will be missed by all!

Lisa Speight-Robinson

To the Battle family You have my sincere condolences. Your mom was a true jewel. Sending prayers β€οΈπŸ™πŸ½

Gwendolyn K. Johnson

My condolences to you and your family. From what I've read, your mother was a phenomenal woman. What good memories you must have. Lean on them to remind you of the joy she brought into your life.

Jacqueline Walker Scott

Uncle Mack our condolences go out to you and the family in the loss of Mother Battle, your Family Matriarch. Sending Love to you all from the DMV (DC, Maryland & Virginia). You are forever in our prayers!!

The Stallings Family

My condolences to the Battle Family that God will see you through the difficult days ahead πŸ™ Live off the loving memories of your dear mother grandma to heal the broken heart love you'll.

Angela & Mary Mangum

To the family, thoughts and prayers are with you as I affectionately remember my dear cousin. May she rest in peace and the Lord be with you as you grieve her passing. With Sincere Thoughts and Prays. Cousin Chris and Family.

Christine Frazer

So sorry to hear the your loss of your mother. Ms Elaine was a wonderful person who touched the lives of many. May you find strength and solace in the memories you shared together. Our heartfelt condolences,thoughts and prayers to the family during this difficult time.

Rosalind Bell & Family

Sending my heartfelt sympathy to the entire Battle family. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during the loss of your sweet mother. May you continue to walk in the beautiful legacy she has left behind in each of you. I pray that God will keep you wrapped in His loving arms, strengthen you during this difficult time, and fill your hearts with His peace, comfort, and presence.

Reverend Wanda J. Thomas

Reverend Wanda J. Thomas

My sincere condolences to the Battle family.

Leon A Hines

Aunt Elaine, it was so good seeing you at the reunion in 2025. I truly appreciate that stern, gentleness about you. I enjoyed laughing and joking and you telling me things about my mother. After the reunion, you asked me to call you every 2 weeks, although I laughed and said, EVERY 2 weeks aunt Elaine, she said, yep every 2 weeks. I'm glad I honored her request. Valerie Cooper, Detroit MI

Valerie Cooper

God Bless each of the remaining Family and Friends of such an awesome and loving Woman. We wish you Peace and Strength πŸ•ŠοΈπŸ•ŠοΈ The Ruffin Family (Cynthia, Harvey and Juretta)

Juretta Ruffin

Condolences to the Battle family for the loss of your mother.

James Giles Jr

Our condolences to the family. Praying for you all. Mrs. Battle will truly be missed.

Gwen Bunn & Family

I want to express my heartfelt condolences to the Battle family. I remember Ms Elaine as one of our mother's when we were growing up in the projects. She was a wonderful woman and had the most beautiful smile. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.πŸ™πŸΎβ€οΈ

Brenda Odom Silver

Nothing impacts your life like the loss of a mother... this giant in the Hillsdale Community will be missed tremendously. She has poured out so many lessons of honor and dignity. We are all greater because of her. Know that people that love you are praying for your strength and comfort at this time. Hoping Mack, Bronnie and Annie are there to greet her... The Evans

Cassandra Evans and Family

My Condolences, prayers to Edith and the Family

Gail davis

MARY ALSTON & FAMILY wish to send our sincere condolences to the entire Battle Family❀️Mary Alston & Family

THE ALSTON FAMILY

Our deepest condolences to the entire family. Mrs Elaine will be truly missed and I am very happy God allowed me to see her last Mother's Day at Shiloh! Our mother Belle adored her. Tammie

The Macklin Family

My condolences and prayers are with the family.

Velar Battle

To the Battle Family and especially Tracy Battle. Please know that the climate and culture team of Coolidge High School extends our heartfelt sympathies with the transition of your grandmother. Please know that we continue to keep you and the family in our prayers during this bereavement season in your life. Please know that earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. Please remember the great memories of your beloved Gloria Battle.

Robert Alston and the Coolidge Climate and Culture Team

Our prayers are mingled with countless others who are praying that God gives each of you added strength. Healing has taken place.

Rev. Dr. Gardenia T. Bulluck

My bill condolences to the Battle family.

Deloris Kelly

Praying for your renewed strength. Mrs.Battle kindness certainly didn't go unnoticed ~ Marilyn and her best buddy Chase πŸ•πŸ™πŸ½.

Marilyn Powell

Brother William Battle and Family. Condolences to your family on the loss of this beautiful matriarch; in body and spirit. May God comfort and strengthen you in the words from John 14:1 - 6. Amen πŸ™πŸΎ

Michael T. Bass, Sr.

So sorry to hear about the passing of Ms. Elaine. She and my mom used to ride to work together back in the day. Ms. Elaine is another beautiful part of the Hillsdale community that God decided to call home. My condolences to the family and friends. May God provide you strength and comfort during this most difficult time.

Jeffery, Ruby and Valerie Kenney

Jeffery Kenney & Family

To the Battle Family, Thinking of you as you celebrate the remarkable life of your mother. A life well lived leaves behind a wealth of memories. May those memories bring you comfort and peace during this difficult time. Her life is a testament to her resiliency, strength, and spirit. She leaves behind a wonderful legacy in all of you. I pray for your peace, comfort, and gentle moments in the days ahead.

John Yates

Praying for God's comfort. Deaconess Elaine will forever be our Angel, we will miss seeing her in church and hearing those amazing testimonies and words of encouragement that she gave often that inspired us and taught lifelong listens. Rest In Perfect Peace Beautiful. We Love You Today and Forever. Blessings and Love From Tammie and Jalen Atkinson

Tammie Atkinson

On behalf of the Women's Auxiliary of the Western District Union, we send condolences to the family. Praying for the strength to endure. Be encouraged.

Dr. Delores J. Porter

Our deepest condolences to Carl and his family. Our prayers are with you all. May the Lord give you the strength and comfort you need to get through this time of bereavement. RIP Ms. Battle

Lisa Walker and Ronell Frederick

My deepest condolences to Dominique and your family for your loss. Lean into each other for support for the days aheadπŸ™β€οΈ

Michelle Brown

Isaiah 41:10 Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.^^^^^^^^^^^^πŸ™Prayn the joyN_ know'n: the "reunion" that awaits, All Gods πŸ•ŠπŸ‘sheep,πŸ•Š πŸ‘ Help light'n ur hearts πŸ’ž & brightn the days ahead for you/urs. Sendin our sincerest condolences. πŸ’ McGee Family

Gladys/Sandy McGee

To the family I extend my deepest condolences. To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. Mother Battle she knew that, so mourn for a while and set her spirits free. She knew where she was off to no doubt about it. Mother Battle walked that walk and talked that talk. RIP Mother you are surely missed❀️🌻

Hepsy Batts

RIP

Wallace Wiggins

My condolences to the family. Weeping may endure for a night but joy will come in the morning. Stay blessed

Dell People

Our sincere condolences to the Mac Ray Battle family. God bless. Terry and Sharon Mckenzie

Terry Mckenzie

Praying that God will strengthen the family, you have my condolences.

Dorothy W Lancaster

Little Raleigh Community

Ella Clark

Hold on to God unchanging hand he will give each of you strength.

Ella Clark

We send our heartfelt condolences to your family. May you find strength and comfort in God's love during this difficult time. Remember, our church family is here to support in any way we can.

Dominion Outreach Ministries

To the Battle Family Words seem inadequate for they won't mend your heart or take the hurt away, but knowing others are thinking of you and always here to help you through this time. We are praying for you.

Jeffrey Foster and Family

Carolyn Foster

My Prayers and Condolences to Mack, Pat, and the family. Words can't express how I feel right now. Mother Battle was such a Sweetheart. She was one of my favorite Seniors. She loved me and I love her like she was my family. She will truly be missed. Heaven Gained a Good God Fearing Woman. May the work she did, speak for her. πŸ™ŒπŸ’”

Antoniette and Herbert Davis

Condolences to the Family, may you find comfort in knowing that you loved her & she loved her family πŸ¦‹πŸ™πŸΏ

Shirley Parker

My sincere condolences are extended to the Battle family. May God wrap you all in His loving arms and comfort you. May He give you strength during your time of bereavement.

Catherine Battle

Sending my condolences to the Battle family. The last time I saw her she was with her granddaughter, eating out.she had the biggest smile and enjoying time with her granddaughter. I will miss seeing you.

Brenda Hines Taylor

Praying that you all let God give you his peace. Peter and Deborah Lawrence Mercer

Deborah Lawrence Mercer

Condolences to the Battle Family!

Belinda and Shelton Harrell

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Sending Condolences to the family πŸ™

Sheila Justice

One of the family favorite cousins, I always invited to things I was paying for with her cousins , lunch dates or dinner out for my mom whom loved her, Cousin Elaine will be missed , I'm not sad cause she with the father. Sending Hugs to all

Stephanie Cherry

Condolences πŸ™ to the family my thoughts and prayers πŸ™ and Prayers are with at this difficult times

Mittie Bryant

I remember you and your husband from church Shiloh y'all were some beautiful people

Brenda dawes leonard

To the Battle family. Our sincere sympathy are with you. Deaconess Elaine meant a lot to us. Our hearts were deeply saddened when we heard of her passing. She always call me her daughter and we will surely miss her. May the love of God comfort your hearts as she rest in peace. Cast all your cares upon Him for He cares for you. Deacon John & Mollie Williams

Deacon John & Mollie Williams

To Jeffery and the entire Battle Family: May the very special memories you share of your beautiful mother give you peace at this sad time. My sincere condolences are sent to you with God's blessings to comfort you.

Beverly Henderson

To the Battle family, sincere condolences, Praying for healing and grace for everyone πŸ™.

TLC

Timmy L Cordell

To the Battle Family, On behalf of the Williams/McKnight family, we send our sincere condolences to each of you. Cousin Elaine will truly be missed. Her smile and wit lit up a room. Her presence was always known. We will forever cherish all of the fond memories of our beloved cousin Elaine. She is now resting in the arms of our Savior. May God's grace and peace be upon you during this difficult time and grant you strength and comfort.

The Williams/McKnight Family

Denise McKnight

Sending our deepest condolences to the Battle family. May your happy memories of Ms. Elaine help lessen your sorrow. We're holding you in our thoughts and prayers. Helen B. Valdez & Ruth A. Bowens

Helen B. Valdez & Ruth A. Bowens

Our sincere condolences to the family. Mrs. Elaine will be truly missed by many. She always had that beautiful smile whenever you saw her. "Another Rose in Heavens Garden."Gone but never forgotten.Prayers,love,and hugs for the family.

Laverne Hall Haywood

Sorry for the lost of your love one Mrs .Elaine . We aways joke about me being her boy friend whenever i visit my sister who is Beulah Wilkins. Praying for her family and may GOD keep you in this time. She will be miss.

Wilbur Williams

To the Battle family, we have no words to describe the loss of such a matriarch, a staple, a pillar, a devout Christian, an amazing mother/grandmother/great grandmother & loyal dedicated Friend. Deaconess Sis Elaine Battle's smile would Light Up a Room & if you didn't have an opportunity to experience her Smile, I pray that ALL were interduce to her infectious spirit. Family I'm grateful all our Great memories will carry on..... I can hear her Singing..... Lord, I Thank you, thank you, thank you. I Thank you for all the days of my life....... And Lord, I Especially Thank You for a life well lived - Our Friend - Mrs. Elaine Battle. Our condolences & prayers to you ALL. With Love, Barnes/Mercer Family

Ernestine W Barnes, Tyrone/Tywanna -Mercer & Tynesha Mercer

Our sincere condolences. Cynthia,Gracie,Renesha Whitley

cynwhi59@gmail.com

Our hearts are with you during this difficult time. We're praying for your strength, peace, and comfort in the days ahead. From our family to yours, please accept our sincere, deepest and heartfelt condolences and know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. πŸ™ Mother Sallie Watson and Family

Sallie Watson

To The Battle family my deepest condolences and may God comfort you during this difficult time. Your mother was beautiful soul and pillar of the Hillside community. May she take her rest. Love the Lewis Family

Satisha Lewis

RIP. To the family God has His arms wrapped around each of you. She will be deeply miss. The Pender family.

Louise Pender Harrison

Condolences to the Battle Family praying God continue to give you all strength during this time

Lorraine Battle

My sincere condolences to the Battle family.

Benjamin Bynum

My sincere deepest condolence to this Family. I praying God will give strength & comfort through this storm. Mrs. Elaine will truly be missed especially by my mom. Continue to look into the Hills Belinda and Family.

Jo Ann Wilkins Beale

Sending love, thoughts, and prayers to you and your family during this tough time. Janice & Fuzzy Hill

Janice Hill

Ms.Elaine Sweet,Beautiful Lady RIP.to Melinda and family you have my deepest condolences πŸ™πŸΏ

Renelda Sharpe

Deepest sympathy to the entire Battle family and all connecting families . She will be truly missed by many. Minister Priscilla Nicholson

Minister Priscilla Nicholson

Extending sincere condolences to the entire Battle family. We were so saddened to hear of Mrs. Elaine's passing. She was such a sweet, humble person. God plucked another beautiful flower for his garden. Remember to Look to the hills from whence cometh thy help, all of your help cometh from the Lord. Earth hath no sorrow that heaven can not heal. πŸ™πŸΏβ€οΈπŸ™πŸΏ

Carl & Karen Williams

To the Battle Family,Ms.Elaine was a sweetheart always had a smile and a hug for you.I will definitely miss her.We send our Sincere Condolences and Prayers to the Battle Family and love ❀️ ones.

Keshia Lawrence Hinton

Ms. Elaine was a beautiful soul. Whenever I see her she always was the same, with a smile that lit up a room. She loved her family. God only takes the best. She is resting now. She will be missed. This was a big hit. God bless her family whom she loved dearly. I pray God will give you all his strength to endure this change in your lives. God bless you all.

Elder Wilhelmina Battle

To the Battle Family and Friends Thinking of you and praying for you at this difficult time and always. May Faith give you strength and prayers bring you comfort. Much love Cousins Shelia A. Williams & Jarriel Williams and Bernice Johnson & Family πŸ™πŸ½πŸŒΉ

Shelia Williams

Sunday services want be the same cuz. Imma miss ur hugs. Love u dearly. I already know u'll be resting peacefully. U sure did love the LORD.

Carol Evans

Sending our heartfelt sympathy to the entire Battle family. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Deaconess Elaine will certainly be missed for we LOVE her dearly. May God bless you with His peace and keep you in His care.

Deacon Ed and Deaconess Bessie Atkinson

Ed and Bessie Atkinson

Sending my condolences to The Battle Family.. please know you all are in my prayers..

Wanda Chavis-Durant

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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