Howard Gale Bateman Sr.

Abingdon, Virginia

Howard Gale Bateman Sr., age 73, passed away on March 6, 2024.

Howard was born on September 22, 1950, to the late Audna Bateman and Thelma Meade Bateman.

In addition to his parents, Howard is preceded in death by his wife, Connie Millsap Bateman; son, Gale Bateman; brothers, Wallace, Ray, and David; and sisters, Vickie, Julia, Josie, and Darlene.

Those left to cherish his memory include Deborah Smith, his caregiver and the love of his life; sister, Evelyn; brothers, Roy, Richard, and Lee; daughter-in-law, Jana Huff Bateman; grandchildren, Brady Bateman and Dylan Bateman. Howard is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

No services will be held at this time for Mr. Howard Bateman.

Frost Funeral Home and Cremation Services is honored to serve the Bateman family.