John Batten

John P. Batten, 77, of Goose Creek, SC, died Tuesday, February 21, 2012, at Trident Medical Center, Charleston, SC. Born May 5, 1934, in Gaston County, NC, he was the son of the late Harry Clifton and Jennie Nina Bess Batten. Mr. Batten was a U. S. Army veteran and former employee of Lever Brothers. Survivors include his loving wife, Connie Costner Batten; daughter, Hope L. Batten of Goose Creek, SC; and granddaughter, Patricia L. Batten. He was predeceased by his son, John Patrick "Pat" Batten, Jr.; and sister, Margaret Ann Batten. Visitation will be 5:00-7:00 PM Thursday, February 23, 2012 at the home in Goose Creek, SC. A graveside service will be conducted at 11:00 AM Saturday, February 25, 2012, in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens, by the Rev. Dr. Kirk H. Neely. Memorials may be made to the National Kidney Foundation Serving the Carolinas, 508 Hampton Street Suite 200, Columbia, SC 29201 or online at www.kidneysc.org Floyd's North Church Street Chapel To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of John P. Batten please visit our Sympathy Store.