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Laurine Battalora, a resident of Amite, passed away on Thursday, February 21, 2019 at her home. She was born December 5, 1920 in Greensburg and was 98 years of age. She was a member of First United Methodist Church in Amite. She is survived by her son, John M. Battalora, Amite; 5 grandchildren, Kristi Hughes, Joni LeRay, Lindsey Dillon, Lauren Battalora and Eric Battalora; and 11 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by husband, John R. "Joe" Battalora; parents, Edgar and Myrtis Gill; son, Charles E. Battalora; and grandson, Joshua C. Battalora; and a sister, Elaine Smith. Visitation at First United Methodist Church, Amite, from 9:00 AM until religious services at 11:00 AM on Monday, February 25, 2019. Services conducted by Rev. David Melville. Interment Amite Memorial Gardens, Amite. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
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Sorry to learn of Ms. Laurines passing. She was a very sweet lady. Now she and Mr. John will be together again.Ted and Barbara Lewis, Kentwood, La
Barbara Lewis
Friend
February 26, 2019
Sincere condolences to the family for your loss. May God provide the needed comfort and support during your time of bereavement.
February 26, 2019
John Michael I am sorry for your loss. May God bless you and your family during this trying time.
Mike Griffin
Coworker
February 25, 2019
My thoughts and prayers are with you all
Martha Downing
Friend
February 24, 2019
May the peace of God that surpasses all understanding be yours as mourn the death of your dear love one...Phillipians 4:6,7
February 24, 2019
Jon Michael and Family ...So sorry for your loss . Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family . May you find comfort in God at this time ... Love from all in Jersey ... Dick , Cheryl & Family
Richard Smith
Family
February 23, 2019
Randy and I loved our visit with Laurine and Joe with Pastor David Melville. They were two great people. Loved hearing them both talk. Heaven has another angel watching over all. Love and hugs to the family.
Randy/Brenda Frickenschmidt
Friend
February 23, 2019
Our sincere condolences to you and your family John.
Donald Sterba
Friend
February 23, 2019
With my deepest sympathy. I will forever keep you in my heart. Im grateful for the the time we share. Love Always. Cassandra Wright
Cassandra Wright
Acquaintance
February 23, 2019
What a treasure "Miss" Laurine was to the community. She is reunited with
her sweetheart. Theirs was a life of love. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family John
Michael. You took wonderful care of your mother.
Glenda Sharkey
Friend
February 22, 2019
So sorry to here , thoughts and prayers be w the family. She was a special lady and lived a full life. She will be missed by all.❤
Martha Ricks
Friend
February 22, 2019
So sorry to hear of Ms Laurines death. She is now in a happy place with Mr. Joe and our Lord.
May she Rest In Peace.
Cookie Currier Coxwell
Friend
February 22, 2019
Mrs. Laurine was a carrater. I loved her and Mr. Joe . They were good friends with mr. Allen, our next door neighbor. All of them were fun good people .
Renee Durio
Friend
February 22, 2019
Ms. Laurine was an incredible woman. She was always a joy to be around. Ill miss all her stories. She will be missed. Prayers for her family.
Patricia & Greg Gautreaux
Friend
February 22, 2019
My sincere condolence to the family as you remember your loved one. May you find comfort in the words found at psalm 94:18,19.
February 22, 2019
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