Clara Mae "Herbie" Bateman
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Clara Mae "Herbie" Bateman
92 a resident of Lincoln, passed away June 22, 2012 at her home. She was born June 4, 1920 at Burlington, Kansas, the daughter of Cecil and Ruby Dotson Huyett.
Clara was married to Lewis S. Bateman and they moved to Prairie Grove in 1955. She was employed at Baldwin Piano in Fayetteville for many years. In 1976 she moved to Lincoln and operated the Lincoln Cleaners until her retirement in 2011. She was a lifetime member of the VFW Auxiliary and the American Legion Auxiliary.
She was the oldest of ten children and the matriarch of her family. Her daughter and grandchildren were the most important things in her life, and she was devoted to their happiness.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Lewis S. Bateman, her parents, three brothers, Wilber Huyett, Joe Huyett and Irvin Huyett and one sister, Anna Fietz.
She is survived by one daughter, Margaret Curtsinger and her husband, Troy of Prairie Grove; her partner and companion of 41 years, Jimmie Bond; four grandchildren, Kandy Curtsinger, Barrett Curtsinger and his wife, Gwen, Scott Curtsinger, and John Curtsinger and his wife, Tonya all of Prairie Grove; ten great grandchildren, Ryan, Shanda, Britton, Jarrett, Brandie, Dalton, Alexa, Ethan, Carly and Cameryn; nine great great grandchildren; four sisters, Lila Moses, Ruby Bussell, Hazel Rew and Guylene Huyett; one brother, Clyde Huyett. She is also survived by Anetta Harrell and her husband Terry of Yukon, Oklahoma, Belinda Longwith and her husband, Nick and Heather Watson and her husband, Tony, and her loving care giver LaDonna Coker all of Prairie Grove.
Memorial service will be held Tuesday, June 26, 2012 - 10:00 A.M. at Luginbuel Chapel in Prairie Grove. Burial will be in the Prairie Grove Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Washington Regional Hospice P.O. Box 356 Fayetteville, Arkansas 72702 or Arkansas Children’s Hospital P.O. Box 2222 Little Rock, Arkansas 72202.
92 a resident of Lincoln, passed away June 22, 2012 at her home. She was born June 4, 1920 at Burlington, Kansas, the daughter of Cecil and Ruby Dotson Huyett.
Clara was married to Lewis S. Bateman and they moved to Prairie Grove in 1955. She was employed at Baldwin Piano in Fayetteville for many years. In 1976 she moved to Lincoln and operated the Lincoln Cleaners until her retirement in 2011. She was a lifetime member of the VFW Auxiliary and the American Legion Auxiliary.
She was the oldest of ten children and the matriarch of her family. Her daughter and grandchildren were the most important things in her life, and she was devoted to their happiness.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Lewis S. Bateman, her parents, three brothers, Wilber Huyett, Joe Huyett and Irvin Huyett and one sister, Anna Fietz.
She is survived by one daughter, Margaret Curtsinger and her husband, Troy of Prairie Grove; her partner and companion of 41 years, Jimmie Bond; four grandchildren, Kandy Curtsinger, Barrett Curtsinger and his wife, Gwen, Scott Curtsinger, and John Curtsinger and his wife, Tonya all of Prairie Grove; ten great grandchildren, Ryan, Shanda, Britton, Jarrett, Brandie, Dalton, Alexa, Ethan, Carly and Cameryn; nine great great grandchildren; four sisters, Lila Moses, Ruby Bussell, Hazel Rew and Guylene Huyett; one brother, Clyde Huyett. She is also survived by Anetta Harrell and her husband Terry of Yukon, Oklahoma, Belinda Longwith and her husband, Nick and Heather Watson and her husband, Tony, and her loving care giver LaDonna Coker all of Prairie Grove.
Memorial service will be held Tuesday, June 26, 2012 - 10:00 A.M. at Luginbuel Chapel in Prairie Grove. Burial will be in the Prairie Grove Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Washington Regional Hospice P.O. Box 356 Fayetteville, Arkansas 72702 or Arkansas Children’s Hospital P.O. Box 2222 Little Rock, Arkansas 72202.
Funeral Service
10:00 am
Luginbuel Chapel.
Visitation
Visitation information unavailable.
Final Resting Place
Prairie Grove Cemetery
South, Row 46, Space 75
General
Jun 4, 1920
Jun 22, 2012
92
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Tributes
Barb and I have worked at the city for many years.We saw Clara almost everyday. She always made us laugh when we spoke to each other. She always told you how it was and that is what made her special. We will miss her so much. Our thoughts and prayers are with Jimmy and the family.
Tracey And Barb - City Of Lincoln - Friend
Jimmy, we are so sorry to hear about Clara. May God's peace be with you now and always. I send you my love through Christ.
Pat Fidler Bain - Family
Ms. Clara was one of a kind... always doing what you ask her to do, with any garment you took to her. She was always friendly and always greeted you with kindness. The world will surely miss her. RIP Ms. Clara
Debbie Dersam
Always enjoyed Clara. She was a hard working woman who always had time for a friendly chat, ready smile and a fun saying. She will be missed by all who knew her. My sincere thoughts goes out to you,her family. Sue
Sue Heisler - Aquaintance
Clara was a delightful person. Always Loyd and I enjoyed going to the Lincoln Cleaners not only for clean clothes but also for a good visit with Clara. Since her retirement we have had Christmas dinner with her at the American Legion. I know that she was an integral part of each family member. She will be missed, but wonderful memories of her life will live on. Carole and Loyd Swope
Carole Swope - Friend
Clara was an Awesome woman that I always enjoyed visiting with when I took her clothes to alter or clean. She always had a big smile & told you something that made you laugh. Prayer's are with the family. Clara I never knew they called you Herbie, funny what you learn about a person after they are gone. May you R.I.P. & please say hello to my mama for me. I know you both have alot of catching up to do with each other.
Christie Barker - Customer & Friend
Funeral Service
10:00 am
Luginbuel Chapel.
Visitation
Visitation information unavailable.
Final Resting Place
Prairie Grove Cemetery
South, Row 46, Space 75
General
Jun 4, 1920
Jun 22, 2012
92
Documents