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William Nathaniel Battle

10/06/1929 - 10/30/2025

Obituary For William Nathaniel Battle

William N. Battle Sr., 96 passed away Thursday, October 30, 2025.

Funeral service 12:00pm Saturday, November 8, 2025 at Foster Memorial Baptist Church, 1911 S. Church Street, Rocky Mount, NC. 27803 Dr. Michael Perry, officiating and Pastor Johnnie Fleming, Eulogist. Burial will follow at Pineview Cemetery.

Visitation will be held 1 hour prior to the service at Foster Memorial Baptist Church.

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Can anyone tell me if this was the William battle who was a school teacher at Y. E. Smith Elementry in Durham

Gregory

My deepest condolences to all the family Poppa Bill is how I remember him for so long he came into my life when I was a boy maybe 4-5 years old and was one of the most smartest most intelligent people I have ever had a pleasure to meet he always used to tell me growing up how important it was to be smart and make something of myself he taught me so much about hard work and that if you really want it go for it from the stories of playing ball with Buck Lenard to being college friends with Red Fox all the activist work and just how to be a contributing member of society I used to always think he was being hard on me but as an adult I realized he was just getting me ready for real life and I truly thank him for that he embodied the meaning of an strong intelligent Black man that can never be replaced for me You know I'll always love you Poppa Bill Rest up King you will truly be missed until we meet again

Robert Middleton

"Praying that God will strengthen the family," You have my condolences I remember Mr Battle from McDonald he was a kind person.

Dorothy W Lancaster

Our Deepest Condolences In The Loss Of Your Dad and Grandfather.

Connie Hall & Family

Thankful for the friendship and fellowship. Prayers to the family for our "Mr. Bill".

Ethel Henicks

This is the Daughter Ruler, offerers,and members of Clock City Temple#895 We want Family to know that for a many years William was someone we always could lean and depend on and when he moved back home we really missed him but we always could call or visit him, we truly have lost a jewel and family you have our Deepest sympathy and condolences and we are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Daughter Ruler Teresa Butler,Vice Daughter Ruler Michelle Fulton

Lamont Butler

This is the Exalted Ruler,offerers and members,of Goodwill Lodge#1325 we share your loss for (Bill) we called him was a "Great Man for we all here in Ct. Loved him and learned a lot from him. Family have our deepest sympathy and condolences May God give you the strength to continue your journey.Good-will Lodge#1325

Lamont Butler

Deepest sympathy for the family much love ,the Neal family .Dallas Texas

Terry Neal

Dear, Family so sorry for our loss,so from the battle Family here in CT. Our condolences, and deepest sympathy sorry we couldn't make it we are praying for all. The Waverly Battle Family.

Lorine, Battle- Reynolds

Mr. Battle has lived a life full of purpose and always had a story to tell. I remember when Anthony and Linda brought you by my Moms. Jeans ironed, hat and shoes matching, was so sharply dressed, with your cane hanging on your arm and full of conversation. May you rest in peace. You will be surely missed. Our sincere condolences to the family.

The Waltons

We will always remember Bro Battle from all our meetings and trips together. He absolutely loved our traveling with The Golden Group of Family Fellowship Worship Center in Fayetteville NC. We will never forget his Bubbly Personality and the fun we had just being together. We know you are Happy in the presence of our Lord and Savior Jesus. RIP my friend Mattie

Mattie McNeill

Sincere condolences to the Battle family. May God's love, peace and comfort engulf you now and, in the future, to come!

Doris Riggs

In this time of profound sorrow, our hearts ache with yours as we bid farewell to a truly remarkable soul. We will forever cherish the joyous moments we shared with him, the laughter that echoed through our gatherings, his commanding presence that filled every room with strength and warmth, and those beloved family stories he wove with such vivid grace, drawing us all closer in the glow of his wisdom and love. Though words feel woefully inadequate, please know that our thoughts and prayers envelop you all, offering solace and a gentle reminder that his spirit endures in the beautiful legacy he leaves behind. With our deepest, most heartfelt condolences to you and the entire family, may peace find its way to your hearts soon.

Javier & Joanna Martinez

To the Battle family Thanks for sharing your dad with me I enjoyed the talks him and I Mr Battle it's not going be the same when the family cook outs come I won't have no one to take to Mac Donald's Love you Rest In Heaven love

Terry Battle

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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