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Billy Wilson Battles, age 72, died on June 1, 2023 in Camden, South Carolina.
He was born in Athens, Alabama the son of the late Robbie Battles Goforth and William Andrew Battles. In addition to his parents, Bill was predeceased by his sister, Barbara Carpenter.
Bill is survived by his daughters Janet Schafer (Scott) of Camden, South Carolina, Naomi Battles of Attala, AL, Christy Borgersrode (Rudy) of Rainbow City, AL, and son, David Battles (Melissa) of Woodbridge, VA, sister Janet Davenport (Tommy) of Muscle Shoals, AL , thirteen grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Bill was most proud of his service to his country being retired from the United States Army, serving tours to Viet Nam. Later in his life he retired from the U.S. postal service.
A memorial service for Bill will be held Saturday July 15, 2023 at 11 am at Ripley Cemetery with full military honors.
