Charles Battle

Charles Henry Battle of O’Fallon, MO, passed away Tuesday, October 17, 2017 at the age of 68. Beloved husband of 22 years to Karen Louise Battle; cherished son of the late Henry Lee Battle and Earme Lee Buford; devoted father of Alex (Amie) Tillman and Jeremy (Deanne) Tillman; loving grandfather of Belle Hale and Everett Tillman; dear brother of Robert Battle and Lynn Woods; treasured uncle of Lisa Wilkins. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and friends. Charles was preceded in death by his siblings Alma Lee, Aaron Battle, and Ruthie Sabir.

Charles was born in St. Louis, Missouri on March 14, 1949. He graduated from Truman State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice before pursuing graduate studies at Washington University in counseling. He then devoted 10 years as a social worker for St. Louis City and 33 years of his career at Ameren UE as an Unit Operating Engineer. Charles was a player of all sports, and a dedicated fan of the St. Louis Cardinals, Blues and all local sports teams. He loved to fly and was currently working on his pilot’s license.  Charles was an avid traveler, visiting many states and countries throughout the years.

Above everything, Charles’ family was his most treasured accomplishment. It was his only goal to make his family happy. Charles will be remembered as a generous spirit and kind soul. He was dearly loved and will be missed immensely by all who knew him.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Jude's Children's Hospital.