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Willie Mae Bateman

08/29/1941 - 12/22/2025

Obituary For Willie Mae Bateman

The funeral services for the late Mrs. Willie Mae Bateman, who departed this life on Monday, December 22, 2025, will be held on Saturday, December 27, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. from the Turner County Civic Center, Ashburn, Georgia. Reverend Dr. Marvin Brown will deliver the Eulogy. Burial will follow in the Westview Memorial Cemetery.

Willie Mae Scott was born on August 29, 1941 in Cordele to the parentage of Mr. Albert Middelbrooks and Mrs. Bertha Mae Scott. She was raised in Sylvester, Georgia by her grandmother, Mrs. Corine Scott.

Willie Mae attended schools in the Worth County Public School System. Later in life, she moved to Turner County and made Ashburn, Georgia her home.

Willie Mae was united in Holy Matrimony to Robert Jr. Bateman in 1958 in Turner County. To this union twelve children were born.

Willie Mae Scott Bateman transitioned from this earthly realm to Eternal Rest on Monday, December 22, 2025 at her home. She was preceded in death by her parents, Albert Middlebrooks, Bertha Mae Scott, her grandmother Corine Scott, and four children Carolyn Bateman, Evelyn King, Robert Bateman, Jr., and Lester Bateman.

Willie Mae leaves to cherish her memories her children, Authur James Davis of Augusta, GA, Tommy Bateman, Larry Bateman, Terry Bateman, Lizzie (Anthony) Pierce, Jennifer Bateman, Dorothy Bateman, all of Ashburn, GA, Rory Cal (Pamela) Bateman of Tifton, GA; a host of grandchildren and great grandchildren; three sisters-in-law, two brothers-in-law, and a host of other relatives and sorrowing friends.


Condolences & Tributes

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Sorry for your loss, my sympathy for the family. Iam so grateful that I got a chance to see & talk with her before her transition.STAY STRONG & STAY TOGETHER FAMILY ❤️ VICKY

Victoria Adams

So sorry for your loss. I am happy I had the opportunity of meeting my sister. I will never forget the first time we met. To all my nieces and nephews. Be strong and remember God never makes a mistake. She's not gone she's just resting.

Ruby Bryant

Sorry for your loss 🙏🙏

Kerry Lorenzo Moore

Praying for your family that the Lord continues to comfort, strengthen and console you. God bless you!

Teresa Gamble

My prayers are with you and your family!

Jennifer Rockwell

I'm so sorry for our loss may you rest in peace cus you will be missed love always

Loretta Scott

So sorry for your loss I and praying God strength you and the family we love you much

Latrelle ingram

Growing up in the Quarters(Hell Town) was more of families raising each other childrens and respect for each other back then. Ms. Mae was one of those parents who gave and was respected. No matter what the kids did, she would always laugh and say they are growing babies let them be. She never miss talking with us while out grocery shopping in the store. Still the same beautiful smile. Calling me Little Josie Mae. I send the biggest condolence to the family. R.I.H Ms. Mae💛

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My heart go out to the family it's hard to loose a love one it's harder around holidays I pray for strength for the family love y'all be strong 🙏

seppiethomas05@gmail.com

Liz, my prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. May God give you all the strength to endure

Valerie Sneed

Peace be still to the Bateman and Davis family and may GOD continue to give you comfort and strength in JESUS name!🥰

Rotunda Vincent

Praying for your family strength and healing The Hunts

Rico

Earth loss is heavens gain. Sending my love prayers and condolences to The Bateman Family during their hour of bereavement. Sleep Well Ms. Willie Mae.... Howard Jordan and Family 🩷🩷🩷

Howard Jordan

Praying God give you all Strength, from the Boney and Fowler Family.

Sherron Fowler Johnson

Please accept our sincere condolences to the family of Mrs. Willie Mae Bateman during this time of bereavement. We extend our heartfelt prayers and love as you navigate this season of loss.

May you find comfort in God's promise: "The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit" (Psalm 34:18). Though words cannot ease the pain of your loss, may the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, guard your hearts and minds.

May many cherished memories, the love of family and friends and the assurance of eternal rest through Christ provide strength and consolation. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We stand with you in love and sympathy.

Andrea Pierce and family.

Andrea Pierce

Ms Willie Mae warmth and kind spirit touched many lives, leaving behind a legacy of love that will forever bloom in the hearts of those who knew her. While we mourn her absence, we celebrate the light she brought into this world and the rest she has now found. "To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven."

Jonathan T Fuller

God is your source of strength and a very present help in time of need. May you experience His peace as you go through this difficult time.

I Hope Church of God Apostolic

So sorry for the loss of my oldest sister, my sincere condolences to her children and grandchildren. I know that they will miss her dearly. I wished I had more time with her 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

Virginia Everett

Praying for The Familys,so deeply sorry for your loss sending my prayers n condolences to you during your sorrows Poke Familys

pokevelvet@yahoo.com

So Sorry For The Loss Of Yall Mother.Praying With You All. God Gives Yall The Strength.

The Mayo's

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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