James Lewis Battaglia

James Lewis Battaglia, 75, of Waldorf, Maryland passed away on September 14, 2023. Born to Ruth and James Battaglia on March 21,1948 in Gowanda, New York. After graduating high school in 1966, Jim enlisted in the Navy. After bootcamp he served at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba then served with the VQ-4 Squadron at Patuxent River, MD. Jim was also known as “BATMAN”. After his honorable discharge from the Navy in 1971, Jim stayed in the area and worked as a Department Head at SMECO for 34 years. He obtained his Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and Master’s Degree in Security. Jim re-entered the Navy as a Reservist in 1987 and achieved the rank of Intelligence Specialist Chief in 1996 alongside his wife Janice, who also made Chief the same year– they were lovingly known as the “Joint Chiefs”. After retiring from SMECO he started his ‘new’ career as an Intelligence Analyst for the Federal Government. He was also a professor part-time at the local Community College. Jim retired as an Intelligence Officer (Lieutenant) from the United States Navy/Navy Reserves after 23 years of service, where he received honors. Jim loved riding his Harley, and RVing across the country, with his wife and family. Especially enjoyed RVing with our Navy friends, where there were plenty of ‘sea stories’ usually accompanied by a good cigar and glass of scotch. He loved to spend time with his beloved wife of 35 years, children and grandchildren; he took great pride in them. He is survived by his beautifully blended family; which includes his loving wife Janice Elaine Battaglia, daughters: Jaime Hall and Jennifer Mosca, sons: Michael Battaglia, Steve Battaglia, and Gregg Battaglia, daughter-in-law Sara; sons-in-laws Troy and Barry; Grandchildren: Tony, Charlie, Alexis, Savannah, Hope, Sofia, Roman, Madison, Fiona, Easton, Leo, Braxton, Claire and Ryan, and five great- grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, September 27th from 2-4pm with service beginning at 4pm. Interment will be announced at a later date and held at Arlington National Cemetery. Jim’s favorite saying was “IT IS WHAT IT IS”, and it’s what kept him adventurous in life.

James Lewis Battaglia

March 21, 1948 - September 14, 2023