Rebecca C. Bateman

Rebecca (Becky) Bateman of Canton, GA, formerly of Conyers, GA, and Wetumpka, AL, passed away

peacefully on June 28, 2024, at her home surrounded by her loving family. Rebecca, a lymphoma

survivor, had a long-term battle with interstitial lung disease. Her dedication to her family was

unwavering. She is survived by her three children: James Perez Bateman (Pablo) of Decatur, GA, Rebecca

Kathleen Bateman Vadasy (the late Steven) of Canton, GA, William Michael Bateman (Roger) of Roswell,

GA, and grandchild Kathryn Elizabeth Smith (Addison) of Canton, GA. She was preceded in death by her

loving husband, F. Ellis Bateman, Jr., Father, James Bernard Collier, Sr., and Mother, Bernice Awalt Collier.

Rebecca graduated from Wetumpka High School in 1960, where she was a majorette in the marching

band and Miss Wetumpka High School. She met Ellis at a party her Mother threw when they were

teenagers. They were married for over 50 years. Rebecca attended Auburn University and had a

successful career in data entry, rising to the managerial level before taking time to spend more time

with her Children, whom she adored.

Rebecca’s pride and joy were her kids and granddaughter. She was actively involved in all of their

activities, a testament to her dedication and love. She was a Cub Scout Den Leader twice and a Brownie

and Girl Scout Leader. Two of her Cub Scouts rose to the rank of Eagle Scout, including her son William.

She was also a volunteer leader for the Rockdale County 4-H twice and she and her husband sponsored

several children to attend 4-H Summer Camp over the years. Rebecca served as one of the first

members of the Salem High School Parent Advisory Committee in Conyers, GA. Even as a Grandmother

she stayed active with her Granddaughter’s activities attending many softball games, 4-H events, and Girl

Scout events.

Rebecca was a beloved Mother and a significant member of her community. She was a member of the

John McIntosh Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution where she served as an officer. Her

son James followed in her footsteps, becoming a member of the Sons of the American Revolution.

Visitation will be on Tuesday, July 2, 2024, from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM at the South Canton Funeral Home,

3147 Marietta Hwy, Canton, GA 30114, and on Wednesday, July 3, 2024, from 10:00 AM until the Funeral

Hour.

Funeral services will be held at the South Canton Funeral Home Chapel from 11:00 AM on

Wednesday, July 3, 2024, with Rev. Dr. Dave Benson presiding. Interment will follow at the Decatur

Cemetery at 299 Bell Street, Decatur, GA. 30030.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Hickory Flat United Methodist Church or The

American Lung Association.

South Canton Funeral Home, dedicated to the families we serve, 770-479-3377. Online condolences may

be made to the family at www.thescfh.com

South Canton Funeral Home, dedicated to the families we serve, 770-479-3377. Online condolences may

be made to the familyatwww.thescfh.com