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Obituary For Charlie Battle, Sr.
Charlie Battle, Sr., 75, passed on December 24, 2025 in Columbus, GA.
Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. EST on Saturday, January 3, 2026 at St. Ellis Full Gospel Church with Apostle James Fears, Pastor, officiating. Burial at Canaan A.M.E. Church, Seale, AL. Public viewing is 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST on Friday, January 2, 2026 at Taylor Funeral Home.
The journey of life began for Mr. Charlie James “Bud” Battle, Sr., on January 6, 1950, in Opelika, Alabama. He was born to the late Mr. J.C. Battle and Mamie Lee (Mullins) Battle. Charlie loved the Lord, working on his land (outdoorsmanship), artillery, watching wrestling, and western series. His grandchildren affectionately knew him as “Papa.”
At an early age, Charlie accepted Christ under the leadership of Reverend James L. Parker at Canaan A.M.E. Church in Seale, Alabama where he remained a Faithful and God fearing member throughout his life. On Wednesday, December 24, 2025 at 6:54 a.m., Charlie passed away peacefully in Columbus, Georgia while under the care of Columbus Hospice.
Charlie graduated from Will Valley High School in 1968 and was the eldest of nine siblings. He was preceded in death by his parents, J.C. and Mamie Battle; his brother, Robert C. Battle; and his sisters, Catherine Jones and Willow Dean Battle.
Charlie decided not to join the military so he could stay and support the love of his life, Christine (Fears) Battle. They were married on December 27, 1969, and together they welcomed three children into their family.
Charlie had a diverse career, starting in the textile industry as a machinist at Swift Denim, where he spent many decades before retiring from Borbet Alabama, Inc. in 2020.
His legacy will live on through his family, including his wife, Christine Fears Battle of Salem, Alabama; daughter, LaTanya (Clifton) Battle-Wherry of Columbus, Georgia; two sons, C.J. Battle of Orlando, Florida, and Jason (Sheronica) Battle of Phenix City, Alabama; four sisters, Barbara (Homer) Hodge, Jessie (Kenneth) Horn, Sherlean Battle of Salem, Alabama, and Ruby (Larry) Foster of Chattahoochee Hills, Georgia; one brother, George (Marcine) Battle of Lawrenceville, Georgia; five sisters-in-law: Brenda Battle of Opelika, Alabama, Janice (Nathiel) Daniel of Phenix City, Alabama, Ethel (Henry) Williams of Miami, Florida, Cathy (Harold) Willis of Birmingham, Alabama, and Margaret (Karthon, II) Lewis of Opelika, Alabama; two brothers-in-law, Apostle James (Mae) Fears of Opelika, Alabama, and Ezekial (Mary) Fears of Seale, Alabama; four grandchildren along with a host of nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.
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Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time in your life. Scripture encourages us to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. Your precious husband, father, brother will truly be missed. Praying strength for the family. Love Mattie (Dianne) ❤️
I am so sorry for the loss of your love one. May the Lord continue to keep you all in His fold until you meet again, but continue to keep Bud alive with his memories.
The first time I met you it was as You had known me forever. A sweet spirit that has gained his wings but will never be forgotten.
To Mrs Battle-Wherry and family! We pray that God gives you the strength that you need! Provide you with love and comfort! We love you and you are forever in our thoughts and prayers! Your West Central Ga Regional Hospital Family-Unit 3💜
Sending Love , Prayers & Hugs,to Barbara & Family on your loss of loved ones. 🙏🏾Helen I.Howard🙏🏾
Barbara, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your brother Charlie. Please accept my sincere condolences. Praying for you and your family 🙏🏾.
To the family of Charlie Battle Sr. I send my heartfelt condolences and lifting yall up in prayer. God bless.
Sending love & praying for strength for the family. I understand what you're going through. Stay strong & continue to love on each other. Peace & blessings to you.
Sending love & praying for strength for the family. I understand what you're going through. Stay strong & continue to love on each other. Peace & blessings to you.
I PRAY THE LORD BRING COMFORT TO YOU ALL. NO MATTER HOW LONG IT HAS BEEN SINCE IVE SEEN YOU ALL....MY LOVE IS STILL THE SAME. YOUR FAMILY. ILL SEE YOU ALL SOON....MY LORD AND SAVIOR WILL KEEP YOU STRONG
Deepest condolences to the Battle family. You are in my prayers.
From Bettie Torbert-Pittman class of 74
My condolences to Christine and family .
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Soror Latanya, I am so deeply sorry for your loss. Your father was clearly a wonderful man, and his love and legacy will always live on through you. Please know I'm thinking of you and your family and holding you close in my heart during this difficult time.
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May The God of Peace add and multiply comfort and peace through Jesus Christ also by the gift of The Holy Spirit, who promises to be with us always and forever!
Dear Chris, Punkin, CJ, and Jason,
My heart is with all of you during this incredibly difficult time. I am so deeply sorry for your loss. Your dad was more than just someone I knew — he was a part of my life and my childhood in ways that helped shape who I am today.
Growing up around your family, I always felt like I belonged, and that is something I will carry with me forever.
Your father was a special man whose presence, laughter, and love left a lasting mark on everyone fortunate enough to know him. I know how deeply he was loved, and I hope you can find some comfort in the many beautiful memories you all share. Please know that you are not alone in your grief.
I'm holding you close in my thoughts and prayers, and I'm sending you all my love and strength as you walk through this loss together.
With all my love and deepest sympathy.
Ronnie
My deepest condolences to the family.
Hugs, kisses, and love to my friend, CJ Battle and his family.
Rest well cousin!
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I HAVE NEVER MET CHARLIE BUT I'M PRETTY SURE HEWAS RELATED. MY PRAYERS AND CONDOLENCES FOR THE FAMILY.
Soror LaTanya, I'm deeply sorry for your loss. Your father's life was a testament to strength, love, and wisdom, and his influence will continue to shine through you and all who knew him. Though his physical presence is gone, his spirit, values, and love will remain a guiding light in your journey ahead. May you find comfort in knowing that his legacy lives on in the lives he touched and the hearts he inspired. Soror Sabrina Dolores Watts
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