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Obituary For Kenneth Battles
( March 20, 1968 – March 12, 2025 )
TYLER---Celebration of life for Mr. Kenneth “Big Block” Battles, 56 of Tyler, Texas is scheduled for 11 a.m., Saturday, March 22, 2025 at New Canaan Baptist Church in Whitehouse, Texas. Elder Tommy Lacy will be the eulogist. Burial will be in the New Canaan Cemetery under direction of John R. Harmon Undertaking Company.
Mr. Battles was born on March 20, 1968 in Smith County to the late R.B. Battles and Estella Caldwell Battles. He transitioned on March 12, 2025 at his residence in Tyler, Texas.
Mr. Battles was a life resident of Smith County. He was a graduate of Arp High School. He was a former employee of Kelly Tire Company for over 20 years of service and after that he worked for Smith County Road and Bridge Department. Mr. Battles was a member of New Canaan Baptist Church and served as a former usher. He also attended Berry's Temple COGIC.
His father preceded him death along with his sister: Barbara Battles. His memories will be cherished in the hearts of his spouse: Margaret Battles; mother: Estella Battles; Mother In Law: Margaret Walker all of Tyler, Texas; Daughter: Kenya Battles of Tyler and Shirley Moore (Phillip Burns) of San Antonio, Texas; sons: Orenthro Walker and Montreal Walker both of Lewisville, Texas; sister: Amy Battles of Houston; grandchildren: Cameron Walker Christian Walker and Briana Walker and a host of relatives and friends.
Public viewing will be on Friday, March 21, 2025 at the funeral home from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.
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I have fond memories of you and my brother, Dessie Ford III (aka Big Dess) hanging out at his house on Indian Dr. You were always a joy to see! Now the two of you can reunite and hangout again ❤️
My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time 🙏🏾
Remembering you as the little boy next door (Old Kilgore Hwy). Praying for your family and knowing that God is able to be a Sustainer and Comforter.
Kenneth Wayne . I'm truly going to miss you. I remember the good times that you and I shared. You were a great Nephew. But I will always have a place for you in my. Take your Rest. We shall see you again. Never good bye But Later!!!!
May u rest in peace only meet u but a couple times when u had the little cook out with T he will miss this. RIP
Ken, you will forever be in my heart. I remember when we first met, and from then on you always made sure I was good, made sure I came to eat bbq, and always welcomed me into your home. You will never be forgotten ❤️. Forever my cousin.
My thoughts and prayers for the family of big block good friend but a better person may God continue to strengthen the family
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