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Roger Batton Obituary

Roger Dale Batton, 76, of Greenfield, formerly of Morristown, passed away on Friday, June 13, 2025, at his home.

He was born July 24, 1948, in Shelbyville, the son of Lance and Lois (Bass) Batton. On July 9, 1971, he married Vickie Lee Livingston, and she preceded him in death on December 31, 2024.

Roger is survived by his daughters, Tammy Batton of Shelbyville, and Kara Nikole Batton of Greenfield; son, Thomas "TJ" Batton and wife, Natalie, of Shelbyville; brothers, Bruce Batton and wife, Wanda, Philip Batton and wife, Michelle, and Bill Batton and wife, Deena; sister-in-law, Gina Batton; and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

In addition to Vickie, Roger was preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Brian Batton.

In 1966, Roger graduated from Morristown High School. He received his bachelors degree in business management from Indiana State University, in 1970.

Roger had formerly worked for Associated Milk Producers, Funks-G Seed Service and Pioneer Seed Company. For the last 20 years, he was a farmer.

He enjoyed going golfing with friends, and playing softball.

Visitation will be from 3 to 5 pm, Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at Freeman Family Funeral Homes and Crematory, 124 E. North St. in Morristown.

Funeral service will follow at 5 pm.

Inurnment will be at Asbury Cemetery in Morristown.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Cancer Association of Shelby County, PO Box 844, Shelbyville, IN 46176.

Online condolences may be shared with Roger's family at www.freemanfamily funeralhomes.com.


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Published by The Shelbyville News on Jun. 16, 2025.

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Freeman Family Funeral Homes and Crematory

124 E North St, Morristown, IN 46161

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