Robert S. Battiata of Commerce Township passed away February 26, 2018 at 84 years of age. Beloved husband of Cindy and his late wife, Lindy. Loving father of Ronald (Carol) Battiata, Susan (Thomas) Firman and Tammy (Erle) Robertson. Step-father of Julie (Steve) Hall, Lindsey (Jeff) Mayhew and Ashley Kerr. Proud grandfather of Scott, Matthew, Angela, Mandy, Amber, Nickolas, Nicole, Cody and Kyle. Great-grandfather of Mackenzie, Caleb, Chloe and Oliver. Brother of Raymond Battiata and the late Ronald Battiata.
Bob was a retired district manager with the Detroit News. His real passion in life was his family and owning and training race horses.
The family will receive friends Saturday, March 3, 2018 from 12-3 pm at the Highland Chapel of the Elton Black & Son Funeral Home, 3295 E. Highland Road followed by a memorial service at 3:00 pm.
Memorial contributions suggested to the American Cancer Society or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.