Mrs. Mildred Louise Batten age 86, of Starke passed away Wednesday, June 11, 2014 at her residence. Mrs. Batten was born on December 17, 1927 in Lawtey to the late Harry and Lillie (Tanner) Padgett and was a lifelong area resident. She was a homemaker and a member of Jehovahs Kingdom Hall. Mildred enjoyed working outside in vegetable and flower gardens. She was preceded in death by her husband Earl Ray Batten. Survivors are: her daughter Linda Baldree (Joey) of Starke, brother: L.E. Padgett of Starke, grandchildren: Jason Baldree and Angela Robbs (David) all of Starke and her great granddaughter Elizabeth Baldree. The family will receive friends at the DEWITT C. JONES CHAPEL on Monday, June 16, 2014 from 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. with funeral services beginning 11 oclock. Interment will follow in Hope Cemetery with Elder Kirby Crosley officiating. Arrangements are by JONES-GALLAGHER FUNERAL HOME OF STARKE 904-964-6200. On-line condolences may be left at www.jonesgallagherfh.com. hide