Raymond Patrick Bateman

Raymond Patrick Bateman obituary, Muncie, IN

Raymond Patrick Bateman

Raymond Bateman Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by The Meeks Mortuary & Crematory - Washington Street Chapel on Jul. 9, 2025.

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Muncie – Raymond Patrick Bateman, 82, passed away on Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital.
He was born in Packsville, WV on October 15, 1942. Raymond worked for Frank's Foundry for several years and for Muncie Police Department as a school crossing guard for thirty years.
He enjoyed watching game shows, westerns and survivor. He will be missed by his best furry friend, Blue.
Survivors include his wife of thirty years, Nancy Roberts Bateman; children, Ramona Potts and Debbie Fields of Berne, Michael Bateman of Huntington; three step-children, Michael York (Lacey), Kevin York and Amanda York, all of Muncie; also surviving are his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Raymond was preceded in death by his son, Billy Bateman and his daughter, Kelly Nickles.
Cremation will take place and The Meeks Mortuary and Crematory, Washington Street Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.meeksmortuary.com.
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