Louise Battani, age 86, of Red Oak, Iowa, passed away Sunday, July 21, 2024, at the Accura Healthcare of Stanton, Iowa. Louise was born June 22, 1938, in Murray, Iowa, the daughter of Everett Wesley and Delores Irene (DeVore) Smith. She graduated from Murray High School where she was very involved in all activities including being Majorette and Baton Twirler, playing basketball, and cheerleading. In 1962, she met the love of her life, Eugene R. Battani of Des Moines, Iowa. They were united in marriage on March 21, 1963, and a daughter was born to this union, Kristina M. Battani. Over the years, Louise worked many jobs including being a nanny, Katz Drug Store, Miller Wohl, and Arnolds credit department in Des Moines. In the 1970's, Louise worked as a Resident Treatment Worker and Med Aide at the Woodward State Hospital and in the 1980's for the Grimes State Office Building in Des Moines. In the 1990's she worked for Casey's in Woodward, Iowa. Louise and Eugene also owned and operated restaurants throughout the years. Her many years as a stay-at-home mom and housewife were treasured the most. Her hobbies included cooking, baking, and crafting.

Preceding her in death were her parents; husband: Eugene Battani; brothers: Ray and Ronnie Smith; and sisters: Linda Smith and Bette Morris. Survivors include her daughter: Kristina Battani-Larson and husband John Larson of Red Oak, Iowa; granddaughters: Kaila and Jaide Larson; sisters: Anne Smith and Steve of Leon, Iowa; Debbie Gibbons and husband Dennis of Murray, Iowa; and Robin Shannon and husband Tom of Murray, Iowa.

There will be a private inurnment ceremony at the Iowa Veterans Cemetery in Adel, Iowa. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the family.

Nelson-Boylan-LeRette Funeral Chapel is assisting the family with cremation services.