1959
2016
James Dwane Batey, 56, of Charlotte passed away Wednesday October 19, 2016. He was born in December of 1959 in Anniston Alabama to Grover and Sue Batey. Although Dwane was raised in Charlotte, he never forgot where he came from and enjoyed visiting family often. Dwane was a lifelong learner and an avid reader. He graduated from Harding High School in 1978.
Dwane was employed by Hendrick Motorsports for sixteen years as a Fabricator in the Chassis Shop. He's always had a passion for cars and racing. Even as a young child he spent hours drawing cars and dreaming about racing during school.
Dwane also had a passion for aviation and photography. One of his favorite events to learn about was WWII. He was a longtime volunteer at the NC Aviation Museum where he helped to restore aircraft. Dwane was lucky enough to be able to combine his love for aviation with his love for photography. An amazing photographer, Dwane had the right eye at the right time to produce that once in a lifetime shot.
Dwane was lucky to have so many great friends. He would be honored to know the outpouring of love during these last few days. He enjoyed spending time with his best friend Lindsay Edwards and going out with his friends every weekend. He was fiercely protective and loyal to everyone he held dear.
Dwane was loved and respected by all who knew him.
Dwane was preceded in death by his parents Grover and Sue Batey, and also by his nephew Gregory Goodman. He is survived by his sister Susan Batey Goodman and husband Ron, and niece Kristen Goodman.
A service to celebrate Dwane's life will be held at Forest Lawn West on Sunday October 23, 2016. Visitation will begin at 1 p.m. and his service at 2:30 p.m. Reverend Robert Shaw will be officiating.
Arrangements under the direction of Forest Lawn West Funeral & Cremation Service, Charlotte, NC.
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October 26, 2016
Nancy Perkins
We all miss chatting and joking around with you every afternoon while eating dinner at the Gardenia.
Your friend,
October 24, 2016
May you find comfort in knowing how much God care about you, and that he is going end Death forever. 1Cor.15:25,26;
October 23, 2016
Matt Oste
Dwane I have so many memories of time spent -from the time I first met you on the CH-46 project to the last time we restacked the hanger. The amount of aviation knowledge in your head was encyclopedic. You had technical skills and you weren't afraid to share your knowledge. As I remember you I think of what a genuinely thoughtful person you were. I can truthfully say that you helped me grow both personally and professionally, and for that I thank you.
October 23, 2016
Jay Stevens
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you in your time of need. May God and friends lift you up. Dwane was a great friend and co-worker he will be deeply missed.
-The Stevens Family
October 22, 2016
PATRICIA BURCH
My condolences and prayers are with Susan and her family. I LOVED DWANE, I THOUGHT HE WAS A VERY SMART MAN. I AM GOING TO MISS HIM VERY MUCH,
October 22, 2016
Derek Smith
When I started at Hendrick Motorsports, I wasn't sure if I belonged there or not. I didn't know if I had a place with the talented, experienced, and accomplished fabricators who I respected so much. Nothing was promised.
Dwane was one of the guys that reached out to me in that time and became a great friend. He let me know that I did belong there, made me feel at home, and helped me to understand what I didn't know.
It hurts going to the shop knowing I'll not see you there but you're in a better place.
Thanks Dwane, I'll never forget that for the rest of my life.
October 22, 2016
My sincerest condolences to the family during this difficult time. I pray for your peace and that you may be strengthened. Diane will be dearly missed.
October 22, 2016
OLC
Our sincere condolences to the family in the loss of your dear love one recently. May our prayers be as yours, that God provide his care and comfort you each day as needed. - Ps 145:18,19. We'll all miss Dwane
October 21, 2016
Dave McLain
Condolences to Dwane's family. I was his colleague at Hendrick since 2004. Our conversations usually involved Corvettes. Great memories. Will miss you buddy.
October 21, 2016
Jo Knight
Dwane was a very special person. I will truly miss him. I had the pleasure of working around him for fourteen years, and every morning he would say " good morning, sweetie." Something so simple as that can make a lasting impression on your heart. He always had an interesting story to tell. He was always kind and thoughtful. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends. God's speed my friend.
October 21, 2016
Ellen Savold
Prayers for Dwane and your family. I only met him twice (at Donna & Buddy Auer) but he seemed like a very nice person.
October 21, 2016
Skeet Lathrop
Sorry to hear of Dwane passing have good memories of working with him praying for all god speed buddy
October 21, 2016
Donna Blackburn
I remember the fun times we had at the lake....the campground that held a lot of memories. You were all about airplanes and I remember when you took this calm Baptist girl to her very first Pentecostal church....you laughed at me all day because the ways were so different. We were always being silly and loving every minute. I'm sorry we couldn't get our dinner together in time...I will miss you.
October 21, 2016
Lane Bell
My thoughts and prayers go out to Dwane's family. I have worked with him for 14 yrs at HMS. A talented fabricator able to "roll with the punches" that come in this sport. Dwane was always eager to share his knowledge of cars and WWII history. In August he helped me research my grandfather's military service records. In a few hours on his own time he found and gave to me info that no one in my family had seen or been able to find. I'll always be grateful for that. We will miss you Warbird.
October 21, 2016
Tammy Townsend Phillips
Prayers for all.
October 21, 2016
Lindsay Edwards
I had a typo in my first post that listed condolences to the Wayans family. It was supposed to read of course the Batey family. My best friend wine would be laughing at my mistake right about now. I will always miss you my dear friend
October 21, 2016
We are so very sorry for your loss and love you with all our hearts. We loved Dwane too - such a wonderful man.
Ray, Debbie, Ashleigh, Amanda & Steve
October 21, 2016
Ronnie & Pam Wilson
Thoughts and prayers to Batey family.
Hendrick Engines
Cylinder Head Shop
October 21, 2016
Greg Boggs
Thoughts and prayer for the whole family, may God's peace and love be with you all in this time.
Greg Boggs
HMS Engine Shop
October 21, 2016
Ginger Gortney
Prayers for the family during this very difficult time.
October 21, 2016
Prayers..gone to soon
You're now with your dad and mom and nephew..heaven has gain another angel from our family
October 20, 2016
Becky Tripp Eidson
I would like to express my deepest sympathy to Dwane's family. Dwane and I worked together in 1984 at Butler Aviation. We both went on to different careers. However, our paths crossed again when I got hired at HMS. I was so excited to see him.He always greeted me with a smile and a hug. I am grateful I saw him recently. Such a great person. I will truly miss him. God Bless
October 20, 2016
Karen Nichols
Your friendship was so precious to me and my family, you were there for all the important events. We will all miss your laughter and kind words, so many memories we will cherish. So sorry to see you leave so soo . Our prayers to the family and friends you left behind. Love you good buddy, fly high with those planes you loved so much. Karen Nichols and family
October 20, 2016
Dale Neve
Teammates are never easy to lose! I pray for comfort for the family during this difficult time!
Hendrick Engines
CNC Shop
October 20, 2016
I'm so sorry for your loss. He will be missed at Hendrick Motorsports
Mark Whitten
October 20, 2016
Lindsay Edwards
Dwane,
My oldest and dearest friend like a brother you were always there when I needed you. You have left a big open place in my heart. I will see you again my precious friend. There are no words to express my loss. May the Lord comfort the Wayans family and mine at this time.
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