It all started with a boy and a calf over two generations ago.
Johnny Battles of Sidney, AR

December 1, 1928 - November 18, 2014

Johnny Van Battles, 85, of Sidney, died Tuesday, November 18, 2014, at his residence.

Born December 1, 1928, in Sidney, he was the son of Ethan Battles and Blanche (Westmoreland) Battles.

A well-known and respected cattleman, raising and selling cattle was his life. The Battles were the Sharp County Farm Family of the year in 1976. Johnny enjoyed attending stock sales and hunting quail, but most of all he enjoyed his children and his grandchildren. He was a member of Sidney Cumberland Presbyterian Church.

We love and miss you Grandad!