Batten, Mark W., of Cambridge, MA (formerly of Concord, MA), gifted artist and musician, passed away June 11th, 2016 at age 59. Devoted son of Helen C. Freniere (Howard) and the late William R. Batten. Loving brother of Philip Batten and his wife Susan, William Batten, Jr., and the late Kristin Batten. Beloved step-brother of Edward Freniere (Sue), Adored uncle of Hannah and Peter Batten and Ansel (Yuka), Nadine and Cole Freniere. Also survived by best friend and loving companion Lauren O'Brien of Cambridge, along with other loving relatives and friends. A celebration of his life will be held at the Rogers Funeral Home, 380 Cambridge St., Cambridge, MA 02141 on Friday, June 24th, 2016 from 4:00 to 7:00 pm. In lieu of flowers the family would like donations to be sent to: Sancta Maria Nursing Facility 799 Concord Avenue, MA 02138 Attn: Administration.