Daniel Atkinson Obituary

GASTONIA - Daniel Cleveland Atkinson, 90, passed away Nov. 20, 2012, at the Robin Johnson House, Dallas.

He was born Oct. 30, 1922, in Fork, S.C., son of the late Richard Cleveland and Sarah Fleetwood Atkinson.

A graveside service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Wampee, S.C., officiated by Frankie Vereen.

He was a Navy veteran of WWII as a sub-marine radio operator.

He was a former Deacon of East Baptist Church in Gastonia and a current member of Love Memorial Baptist Church in Gastonia.

He retired from Ti-caro Threads Inc. in Gastonia after 47 years. He was a graduate of the Citadel.

Mr. Atkinson is survived by his daughter, Dana A. Martin; grandchildren, Jeremy and Corey Wilhelm; great grandchild, Lauren Wilhelm.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Carrie Belle Ward Atkinson.

Memorials may be sent to the Humane Society of the United States, Dept. H01EE110603001, 2100 L. Street, NW Washington, DC 20037.

Arrangements are with the South Chapel of Greene Funeral Service and Crematorium, Gastonia.

A guest registry is available at www.greenefuneral.com.

Published by Gaston Gazette on Nov. 22, 2012.
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Uncle Cleve was my grandmother Myrtle's brother. While she passed when I was very young in 1978, I was priveledged to meet her other 11 siblings and Uncle Cleve shared all the kind traits of a human soul that I saw or observed in my grandmother's siblings. My mother Charlotte was closer to Uncle Cleve and she always shared a positive thought of him to me during his life. I hope to be blessed in the number of years Uncle Cleve had and I send the most sincere thoughts and prayers during this time of loss.

Honour Stewart

November 27, 2012

You will always live in our hearts and prayers.

Frankie & Linda Vereen

November 27, 2012

Dan and Carrie Bell were always wonderful neighbors and friends. They never bothered anyone but were always there for anyone in need of friendship or sustenance. We loved them both dearly. RIP, dear Dan. Love from David, Shirley Cooper and our children who remember you very fondly.

David, Shirley Cooper

November 27, 2012

I will never forget Pops! My life is forever changed by the friendship we formed at Life Enrichment! I am honored to have had the priviledge of knowing this sweet and loving man. Praying for you during this time Dana...much love!

Laura B.

November 26, 2012

The best Uncle ever.

Robin Slate

November 25, 2012

I had the pleasure of driving Mr. Daniel to Life Enrichment Center for several months. He was a wonderful gentleman. My prayers are with Dana and the entire Atkinson family.

Kathryn Christopher

November 24, 2012

Uncle Cleve was a great man, remember all the times he would come to the beach and play cards with my mom and there bothers and sisters, loved him dearly. Boo to u uncle Clev

Deborah Livingston Dreyfous

November 24, 2012

I wish to extend to you and to members of your family my deepest sympathy on your loss. May the Lord's loving promises comfort you and give you strength as you walk through this difficult time. On behalf of a grateful nation and an expression of appreciation for the honorable and faithful service rendered by your loved one, if you wish for a personalized memorial card mailed to you with history of playing of taps, 21 gun salutes, meaning of each fold of the flag as a keepsake, please send your request to:
Chaplain Richard Reuer, Honoring Those Who Served Ministry
1206 6th St SW
Minot, ND 58701
Or click on CONTACT ME to email your mailing address for which card be mailed to.

This service is free to all veteran families. I wish to thank you for your serving from one veteran to another – Thanks!
Fair Winds and Following Seas

Chaplain Richard Reuer

November 22, 2012

Dan was a wonderful person. He was one of the kindest, nicest, most thoughtful people I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. My family was truly blessed to have had him be a part of. God bless him and his loved ones.

Sandra Nemis

November 22, 2012

I have such wonderful memories of Dan. He was a true gentleman. My family was truly blessed to have had him be a part of it. He was a great man and will certainly be missed.

November 22, 2012

Dan was a great person. I think of him often. He was a very nice person to work with at Threads. Diane Williams

November 22, 2012

Dan was a second father to me, teaching me from age 8 thru the Marine Corps and with Threads Inc. through 1972. There is a "World of Learning" through these formative years and he never led me astray. God Bless his Soul! David

David Frederick

November 22, 2012

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