Ardella Catherine "Cathy" Bower Battle

November 06, 1938 - October 21, 2024

Ardella Catherine "Cathy" Bower Battle, 85, of Copper Hill, Passed away on Monday October 21, 2024. She was preceded in death by her parents Kermit and Edna Clark Bower, husband Lemuel Edwin (Ed) Battle Sr., brother in-law Freddie D Altizer.

Cathy was born in Floyd County Va. on November 6, 1938. As the oldest of two daughters to Kermit and Edna Bower. Cathy grew up in Floyd County and graduated from Check high School in 1957. After graduation she attended and graduated from Roanoke Memorial School of Nursing. On October 24, 1959 she married Lemuel Edwin Battle Sr and in 1961 gave up her nursing career to become a mother of four children, three boys and one girl. She spent the rest of her life dedicated to her husband and family and helping anyone she could. She also continued to work at various careers such as Teachers Aid, Catering, Wedding directing and Cake making. She was an employee of Sues Flower shop until her and her husband bought the business in the 1990's. She remained owner until she closed the business and retired. She was actively involved in many organizations like Cub Scouts, Girl Scouts, 4-H, Sandlot sports, Va. Extension Homemakers Club, American Legion Auxiliary and a life member in the VFW Auxiliary.

Cathy is survived by her children and spouses, Lemuel Battle Jr, Larry Battle (Teresa), Mike Battle (Annette), Nina Battle, one sister Phama Bower Altizer. Grand children: Kimberly Nichols (Andrew), Eric Janney (Amanda), Amanda Turman (Cody), Taylor Griffith (Joe Huffman), Travis Battle, Great Grandchildren: Aaron, Carleigh, Ethan, Ava, Luke, Harper. Nephew Josh Altizer (Brandy), Niece Tara Lephew (Adam) and Great Nephew Avery. Flowers are appreciated or in lieu of flowers donations to the VFW auxiliary.

Funeral Services will be held on Saturday October 26, 2024, at 12PM at Gardner Funeral Home with Pastors Mike Battle, Darden Battle and Father Patrick Joseph Officiating. Interment will follow in Jacksonville Cemetery. The family will receive friends Friday, October 25, 2024, from 6PM- 8PM at Gardner Funeral Home

Nina and Family. So sorry for your loss.

Praying for you all. Sending hugs an love.

So,sorry for your loss. May God comfort you during this time. She will be missed. Sincerely!

To all in Cathy's circle of family and friends, I send my thoughts and prayers that memories of Cathy's beautiful spirit and smiles will strengthen you as time moves forward. Sent with love and appreciation to Cathy.

I am so sorry to hear of Cathy's passing. She truly was a great person. Always kind and sincere - I know she will be very much missed. The family is in our hearts and prayers. Patty B. Weeks

I met Kathy when she owned Sue's Flower Shop. Mom would take me when I came home for Christmas to shop the sales. Cathy made the casket spray for my Mom and my Dad.. Cornelia and Vernon Harris. Thank you, Cathy. Prayers for the family. Connie and John Mitchell

Sending our love and strength to the family

We extend our deepest condolences to Larry, Teresa, and their family during this difficult time. May you find peace in the love and cherished memories you shared with your mother, Cathy Bower Battle.

"Man does not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God" (KJV) Our love and prayers go out to Bro. Larry Battle and Family for healing and strength as you navigate through this time of sorrow.

Sorry for your loss. Sending prayers for you and your wife and family.

Our sincere condolences to Larry and his family. Keeping you in our prayers.

An amazing woman and an amazing life Rest in Pease. Much love and respect to the Family .

Sending heartfelt condolences on the loss of your dear mother. May her love and cherished memories bring you comfort during this difficult time. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Sorry for your loss, prying for you and your family.

We are so very sorry for your loss. May God comfort each of you and give you peace. Love you all.

May God be with you and your family.

So very sorry for your loss. Cathy planned our wedding 33 years ago. May the Lord comfort all of you.