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Dexter I. Batten, 58, transitioned from this life on Monday, Feb. 28, 2022, at Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center, Portsmouth. A celebration of life service will be held at 1 p.m. Sunday, March 6, at New Bethany Christian Church UCC in Smithfield.  Viewing took place from 2 to 4 p.m.  Saturday, March 5, at Shivers Funeral Chapel.  Visit shiversfuneralchapel.com for more information.