Melvin Bateman

On Saturday, December 24, 2022, Melvin Bateman peacefully transcended from this life on earth to a glorious eternal life. Melvin was born on February 26, 1938, in Gonzales County, Ottine, Texas to Clem and Allie Bateman. Melvin was the eighth child born to this union. Melvin was baptized at an early age at Unity Baptist Church in Seguin, TX under the stewardship of Rev. J. P. Carley. He developed a heart of compassion and love at an early age. For which his loving and cheering spirit was present through his bright smile. He never met a stranger. Melvin attended Ball High School in Seguin, TX. During his younger years while at Ball High, Melvin was an amazing athlete. He played many sports: basketball, football, baseball, track, and golf. The main sports he loved were football and basketball, where he and his teammates carried their teams to winning championships. He was a proud “Dragon”! After graduating from Ball High School, he moved to San Antonio, TX, where he started his own successful custodial company called Limpio Industries. He was contracted by Kelly Air Force Base for many years. He employed many people. If he had, you had. His compassion for others and kindness is as the scripture reads “Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you” Ephesians 4:32 On November 10, 1975, Melvin was joined in marriage to the apple of his eye Betty. They recently celebrated 47 years of marriage. Melvin was a devoted father to his sons Ricky and Dennis Haley. Melvin was preceded in death by his parents, Clem and Allie Bateman, sisters; Joyce Allen and Florence Craig, brothers; Clemmie Jr. Bateman, Wilbur Bateman, Carlee Bateman, Willie Bateman, C.J. Bateman, Wayne Bateman and son Dennis Haley. Melvin leaves to cherish his memory: his devoted wife of 47 years, Betty Bateman; son, Ricky Haley (Jessica); brother, Calvin Bateman (Shirley), sisters, Doris Singletary (Bishop Elijah Singletary), Rose Bateman Smith; grandchildren; Dennis Scott, Latoya Haley (Joseph), Brittany Curtis (Maurice), Ricky Haley Jr., great-grandchildren, Jovan Scott, Joseph Graham, Major Curtis, Kahealani Graham, Mariyah Curtis, a host of nieces, nephews, countless relatives and friends whom all held a special place in his heart