Rita Mae Bateson's obituary , Passed away on February 3, 2025 in Lexington, North Carolina

Rita Mae Bateson

May 28, 1954 - February 3, 2025 (70 years old)

Lexington, North Carolina

Rita Mae Bateson's obituary , Passed away on February 3, 2025 in Lexington, North Carolina

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Salem Funeral & Cremations

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Rita Mae Bateson

May 28, 1954 - February 3, 2025 (70 years old)

Lexington, North Carolina

Rita Mae Bateson Obituary

In loving memory of Rita Mae Bateson of Lexington, North Carolina, who departed this world on February 3, 2025 at the age of 70. Rita Mae leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

In the vast expanse of eternity, may Rita Mae find peace everlasting, cradled in the gentle embrace of the universe. And as we stand on the shores of remembrance, may her legacy inspire us to live each day with purpose, passion, and profound gratitude for the gift of life itself.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Carl Lawson and Stella Lawson. She is survived by: her husband John J. Bateson; her daughter Melissa Lauer; and her grandchildren, Carson, Lydia and Grayson.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 6th 2025 from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM at the Salem Funeral and Cremation Services - Downtown (120 S Main St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101). A graveside service will be held on Thursday, February 6th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Westlawn Memorial Gardens (6135 Ridgecrest Point, Winston-Salem, NC 27103).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Salem Funeral & Cremations



Thu

Feb 06

Visitation

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Salem Funeral and Cremation Services - Downtown
120 S Main St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101

Thu

Feb 06

Graveside service

11:00 AM

Westlawn Memorial Gardens
6135 Ridgecrest Point, Winston-Salem, NC 27103

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