Morolyn J. Batten

Morolyn Jordan Batten, transitioned to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 25, 2021 at Sentara Obici Hospital, Suffolk, Virginia. She was born on April 26, 1955 in Suffolk Virginia, to the late James L. and Rachel A. Jordan.

Morolyn was educated in the Nansemond County Public School System; and graduated with honors from the John Yeates High School in Suffolk, Virginia. She attended and graduated from East Carolina University, in Greenville, North Carolina in 1977.

With a Degree in Early Childhood Education, Morolyn taught in the Hertford County Public School System, Hertford County, North Carolina for 30 years. She was a dedicated and loyal 4th Grade Teacher. She genuinely loved children and earned “Teacher of the Year” 3 times during her tenure. She was known to have an attractively decorated classroom perfectly themed for the start of a new school year.

With her passion for teaching, even after retirement she continued to work with children of all ages. Morolyn served as a youth advisor for New Bethany Christian Church’s youth ministry. She worked as a Sunday School teacher and served as secretary. For many years she was an active member of the Sunday School Union assisting the youth with public speaking and writing skills. Morolyn was instrumental in the formation of the church’s youth dance ministry, Angels of Praise. She was gifted with a talent of creativity; and she shared that gift with both New Bethany and the Zion Baptist Church, Newport News, VA.

When Morolyn was not serving in some form at church she was serving the community. From 2009 until 2014 she volunteered her services to the Isle of Wight Christian Outreach Program. She would help to pack and deliver groceries to those in need in the community.

Morolyn married Ronnie L. Batten in 1992 and moved to Smithfield, Virginia. And they were blessed with a daughter, Danielle S. Batten and stepdaughter, Dominque R. Batten. Morolyn was a devoted Mother and cherished her daughter.

Morolyn loved her family; she enjoyed planning and participating in family gatherings. She would spoil both her family and friends with her famous homemade ice cream of many flavors. She was called by some the “Ice Cream Lady”. Growing up Morolyn played Basketball and Softball; and was nominated Most Athletic Player of the Year her senior year of high school.

Morolyn was preceded in death by her parents, James L. and Rachael A. Jordan; and her brother, Ronnie G. Jordan Sr.

She leaves to cherish her memories, her husband Ronnie L. Batten; her daughter Danielle S. Batten and a special niece. Five brothers, James L. Jordan Jr. (Shirley) of Norfolk, VA.; Claude H. Jordan Sr of Suffolk, VA; Jeffrey M. Jordan I (Carmen) of Smithfield, VA; Robert S. Jordan of Suffolk, VA; and Patrick B. Jordan (Joyce) of Newport News, VA; and two sisters, Shelia J. Williams (David) of Hampton, VA; and Barbara J. Jordan of Suffolk, VA.  two in-laws; Raymond Batten (Sharon) of Fayetteville NC; and Jacqueline Ridley (Jimmie) of Hampton, VA. And a host of nieces, nephews, and friends.

 A Memorial Service will be held 11am Thursday, April 1, 2021 at Zion Baptist Church, 633 20th St., Newport News, VA 23607. Mrs. Batten is in the loving and professional care of Shivers Funeral Chapel. Please keep the Batten-Jordan family in your thoughts and prayers.

Burial Date April 1, 2021

A Memorial Service will be held 11am Thursday, April 1, 2021 at Zion Baptist Church, 633 20th St., Newport News, VA 23607. Mrs. Batten is in the loving and professional care of Shivers Funeral Chapel. Please keep the Batten-Jordan family in your thoughts and prayers.