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     Virginia Lee Batten was buried at Washington Memorial Park, 6217 Memorial Drive, Sandston, Henrico Co., Virginia.⁷ Her Social Security Number was 228-44-7202.⁸ She was born on July 4, 1937 at Richmond, Virginia.^3,8 As of November 16, 1953,her married name was Estes.² She married Ernest Cecil Estes Sr. on November 16, 1953 at Henrico Co., Virginia.² Virginia Lee Batten died on June 8, 2004 at Hanover Co., Virginia, at age 66.^8,9

     Ernest Cecil Estes Sr. was buried at Washington Memorial Park, 6217 Memorial Drive, Sandston, Henrico Co., Virginia.^7,5 His Social Security Number was 227-30-8932.⁸ He was born on December 31, 1928 at Arno, Wise Co., Virginia.^2,8,6 He married Virginia Lee Batten, daughter of Raymond Jesse Batten and Lelia Ella Gowen, on November 16, 1953 at Henrico Co., Virginia.¹ Ernest Cecil Estes Sr. died on March 6, 2007 at Henrico Co., Virginia, at age 78; The SSDI and his death record have a death date of Mar 7, 2007.^8,4 He Ernest Cecil Estes Sr., 78, of Varina, departed this world Tuesday morning, March 6, 2007. He was preceded in death by his wife of 50 years, Virginia L. Estes; and their daughter, Darlene Watkins. He is survived by his children, Brenda Holloway, Carolyn Campbell, Ernest Estes Jr. (Bubba) and Velva Timberlake and her husband, Wayne; five grandchildren, Melissa, Shawn, Crystal, Corey and Trey; two step-grandchildren, Chris and Sean; two great-grandchildren, Alexis and Keegan; his brother, Leon Estes and his wife, Louise; and numerous family and friends and extended family members. Mr. Estes was retired from Philip Morris, Inc., after 30 years of service and an active member of the Varina American Legion Post No. 233. Interment to follow with military honors at Washington Memorial Park. on March 7, 2007.⁵

     Joyce Marie Batten Joyce Marie Batten, 84, of Lakeway, Texas departed this life on her own terms on Saturday, July 2, 2022 in Buda, Texas. Joyce was born in Walstonburg, North Carolina, on September 8, 1937 to Ida Corbett Batten and James Stephen Batten. After attending Charles L. Coon High School, she married Charles Franklin "CF" Barron and began her life as a military spouse. For Joyce, the Air Force was a window into a world of travel and many wonderful adventures. Assignments included many states and an overseas station in Fontainebleau, France. Joyce had an uncanny ability to adapt to new surroundings and to make friends easily. After moving back to the states, life found Joyce divorced and a single mother to three. She entered the workforce and was employed at entry-level positions that included everything from assembly line work to driving a forklift. Joyce did what she had to do to care for her family. In 1972, she went to work for the Phillip Morris Company in Richmond, Virginia, and retired in 1993 as a head supervisor of their quality control lab. Upon her retirement, she moved to Austin, Texas, to be near her children and never looked back. Joyce enjoyed dancing, country music, a well-told story, traveling, and a good adventure. Time spent with loved ones was priceless to her. She took great pride in the accomplishments of her children, grandchildren, and now, her great-grandchildren. Her favorite trips were with her children to Denali National Park in Alaska and to Yellowstone National Park and Gardiner, Montana. Joyce did not tolerate injustice well and was outspoken and protective of those she felt were most vulnerable. This quality earned her the nickname of, "Trouble Maker," a moniker she wore with pride. She is survived by her son, Jon Anthony Barron (Gay), her daughter, Sherill Barron Bell (Alan), and her brother, Ronald Stephen Batten (Sharon). She leaves behind six grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends. She is preceded in death by her parents, Ida and Stephen Batten, brothers James W. and Mordecai P. Batten, sister Betty Jean Wheeless, and her son, Kim Franklin Barron.² She was born on September 7, 1937 at Walstonburg, Greene Co., North Carolina.^2,3 She married Raymond Jesse Batten Jr., son of Raymond Jesse Batten and Lelia Ella Gowen, on October 19, 1984 at Chesterfield Co., Virginia.¹ Joyce Marie Batten and Raymond Jesse Batten Jr. were divorced on August 18, 1989 at Chesterfield Co., Virginia.³ Joyce Marie Batten died on July 2, 2022 at Buda, Hays Co., Texas, at age 84.²

     Raymond David Batten was born on April 26, 1955 at Georgia.^1,2 He married Robin Jane Kidwell on October 17, 1974 at Richmond, Virginia.¹ Raymond David Batten and Robin Jane Kidwell were divorced on June 11, 1976 at Richmond, Virginia.² Raymond David Batten married Tracy Lyn Peacock on November 21, 1981 at Richmond, Virginia.¹ Raymond David Batten and Tracy Lyn Peacock were divorced on July 10, 1986 at Chesterfield Co., Virginia.² Raymond David Batten married Victoria Audra Coates on August 23, 1986 at Richmond, Virginia.¹ Raymond David Batten and Victoria Audra Coates were divorced on March 19, 1990 at Chesterfield Co., Virginia.² Raymond David Batten married Deann Unknown circa 1991.³ Raymond David Batten died on August 16, 2019 at Virginia at age 64.³ He BATTEN, Raymond David, 64, formerly of Chesterfield, Va., currently of Bumpass Va., left this world way too early on Friday, August 16, 2019. David was a loving husband, father, grandfather, son, brother and friend. He leaves behind his beautiful wife and best friend of 29 years, Deann; three daughters, Yvonne Vaughan (Jason), Lynette Smith (Bryan) and Jessica Speer (Will); one son, Jason Batten (Krisdee); and his four-legged son, Maxx; he had nine grandchildren whom he adored, Destiney, Christian, Robert, Jakob, Zoe, Austin, Kaylie, Hayleigh and Kennadee; his mother, Shirley Clay; brother, Russel Batten (family); sister, Debbie Kunkel (family). David was a hardworking man. He was fortunate enough to retire from Phillip Morris USA 11 years ago, allowing him time to enjoy life with Deann and his family. He found peace moving out to the country, although staying busy with some task or another. David was the biggest penny pincher, with the worlds biggest heart, he would give you the shirt off his back. David will be remembered for his witty sense of humor. He was always joking, laughing and living life to its fullest. He loved to entertain family and friends especially on Halloween, his favorite holiday. He hosted the best Halloween parties for the young and old. on August 21, 2019.³

     Freda Gay Kiser was buried at Dale Memorial Park, 10201 Newbys Bridge Road, Chesterfield, Chesterfield Co., Virginia.² Her Social Security Number was 231-84-6108.³ She was born on December 27, 1953 at Richmond, Virginia.^3,4 She died on November 26, 1997 at Virginia at age 43; The SSDI has a death date of Nov 29, 1997.^2,5 She Freda K. Oliver, 43, of Chesterfield, departed this life after a long courageous battle with cancer on November 26, 1997. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ronald C. Oliver; her mother, Bonnie Kiser and her brother, Kenneth Kiser. She leaves to cherish her memory her father, Pelem Kiser of Prince George; three daughters, Yvette Lynn Madison, Yvonne Michelle Redman and Bonnie Lynette Batten; one son, Robert Paul Stone; five grandchildren, all of Chesterfield; three sisters; one brother; and a loving companion Robert J. Stone III; and a host of family and friends. Interment Dale Memorial Park. on November 28, 1997.²

     Darlene Genice Estes was buried at Washington Memorial Park, 6217 Memorial Drive, Sandston, Henrico Co., Virginia.^8,7 Her Social Security Number was 231-19-0868.³ She was born on October 9, 1963 at Richmond, Virginia.^2,3,8 As of October 10, 1998,her married name was Watkins.⁴ She married Thomas Edward Watkins Jr. on October 10, 1998 at Henrico Co., Virginia.^4,7 Darlene Genice Estes died on May 15, 2004 at Richmond, Virginia, at age 40.^3,8,9,10,7 She Darlene Estes Watkins, 40, joined her beloved God on Saturday, May 15, 2004. She is survived by her husband, Thomas E. Watkins II; son, Thomas E. Watkins III; parents, Virginia and Ernest Estes; three sisters, and one brother; loving in-laws, Carol and Bruce Cornell, and Thomas and Beth Watkins Sr., and their children; a host of nieces and nephews, other devoted family and friends. Interment Washington Memorial Park. on May 16, 2004.⁷