In Memory - a friend gone, but not forgotten.

Battey, Diane Collins
June 2, 2005
Diane Collins Battey 53, Indianapolis, died May 28, 2005 after a courageous battle with cancer. Born April 23, 1952 in Yokahama, Japan, she was raised in France, Germany, New York, and Connecticut before moving to Indiana where her father was assigned to Jefferson Proving Grounds. She was a graduate of Madison, Indiana, High School and earned a BA and MA degree in education from Indiana University where she was a member of Chi Omega sorority. Her teaching career included several years in Indianapolis Public Schools and later, following the growth of her two sons, several years in Washington Township. She also was a licensed realtor and worked part time in the retail clothing industry. Diane's family, friends and church were the center of her life. Her generosity of spirit showed in all her endeavors and she was always ready with a quick smile. She was a devoted wife, mother and, to many, a trusted and valued friend. A member of the Church of the Good Sheppard Anglican Church, she also attended First Friends Meeting with her husband Ray. Part Native American, she was a member of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma. Diane was also a member of Indianapolis Ski Club and a past member of Hillcrest Country Club. Survivors include her husband Raymond S. Battey, her father Lt. Col. Elijah "Mack" Collins and step-mother Doris Collins, her step-father James D. Shake, her sons Michael J. Baker, II, and Ryan C. Baker, her step-daughter Christine A. Battey, her step-son Raymond S. Battey Jr., and one granddaughter, Madison Diane Baker. She also left behind two step-brothers and a step-sister. She was preceded in death by her mother, Mildred "Micky" Shake. Calling will be Friday, June 3rd at First Friends Meeting, 3030 East Kessler Blvd., Indianapolis, from 2:00 to 5:45 p.m. followed by a memorial service from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Arrangements by Alpha Funeral Service.