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for Glenn Atkinson
Don Machado
October 22, 2024
Bennie, you'll never be forgotten. All the kindness that you spread in life lives on!
Don Machado
October 22, 2022
No one will ever forget Benny. He was a great guy, who was kind to everyone, and always helped when needed. The world today could use more like him!
Spike McQuail
November 16, 2010
Glenn's faith in people and love of life made him a true friend to everyone who knew him. We would all be better for trying to perpetuate the legacy of his fine spirit in everything we do.
THE PARTING GLASS
(OLD IRISH FOLK SONG)
O, all the money e'er I had,
I spent it in good company.
And all the harm that ever I've done,
alas it was to none but me.
And all I've done for want of wit
to mem'ry now I can't recall;
So fill to me the parting glass,
Good night and joy be with you all.
If I had money enough to spend,
And leisure time to sit awhile.
There is a fair maid in this town
That sorely has my heart beguiled.
Her rosy cheeks and ruby lips,
I own, she has my heart in thrall;
Then fill to me the parting glass,
Good night and joy be with you all.
O, all the comrades e'er I had,
They're sorry for my going away.
And all the sweethearts e'er I had,
They'd wished me one more day to stay.
But since it falls unto my lot,
That I should rise and you should not,
I gently rise and softly call,
Goodnight and joy be with you all.
Clara Tambascio
November 3, 2010
My prayers are with the Atkinson family during this very difficult time. May God bless your family in this time of sorrow.
Lori Ugolik
November 2, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with the Atkinson family. I graduated with Glenn, knew him from the swim team. He touched many people and will be greatly missed. Lori Ugolik (Macon, GA)
November 1, 2010
So sorry for your loss! Prayers & Thoughts to the Atkinson Family. He will be missed, but will live on in his works and deeds that have changed the world he touched! Sincere condolences from The Bradley Family
Abigail Atkinson
November 1, 2010
Here is what I said about Dad on saturday for those who missed it or wanted to read it again. Thanks for all your love and support.
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I bet everyone could think of a time when you were Benny’s favorite. I’m going to let you in on a secret. My Dad told me I was his favorite daughter and not to tell the others. I found out recently that he told this to all of us. But that’s just the kind of guy he is. He always makes everyone feel really special.
He was also a really great dad. He was the best kind of dad because he actually played. But, he was a pretty annoying playmate. He was obnoxiously competitive. When I was 8, he invented a game called “Catch the Dad.” He would speed around that little hotel pool in Florida and we would all try to catch him. Maggie and Ellen couldn’t even swim. He also tried to race me once after a torpedoes practice. I asked him to start in the water and let me dive because he was over twice my size, but he insisted that we both dive so it would be “fair”. I beat him. He never asked me to race again. He only really liked the games he could win.
He was always doing fun things at our house, too. Everyone wanted to come to the Atkinson’s to play. He built our tree fort and made a zip line over the pond. The zip line was totally his idea, and to be honest wasn’t even really safe, but I’m sure a lot of you out there were pressured by him to try it out. He set up the skate shack every year the Saturday after thanksgiving and we all “helped” drinking hot chocolate inside, but we knew dad loved to set it up so everyone in town could come over to ice skate. He was always trying to make things more fun.
He made up “Dead Rooster” at big parties. He would say “1, 2, 3 DEAD ROOSTER” and all the kids would lay motionless on the ground. First one to move loses—the funny part is that we all asked him to play again because it wasn’t fair that Maggie and Ellen would win because they fell asleep.
We all called him Dad, but he ALWAYS left us voice messages “Hi Abby, It’s Daddy, call me back” and we would laugh that he even left a message since we never even listened to them before calling him back.
And we prayed for all of you at night. Dad did “God Bless You’s” with all of us before we went to bed. He would start doing it the “regular way” and then we would beg him to do the “crazy way” and he always would with his funny voices.
We were so lucky to have the best Dad in the world. We’re really going to miss him.
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Lauren (Sternchak) McCarthy
November 1, 2010
To Mark & Keith and the entire Atkinson Family,
We are saddened to hear of the sudden passing of your brother Glenn. Having grown up in Newtown in mirrored family lives, I certainly knew of Glenn as your younger brother. However, I now feel the essence of his life through reading Mark’s beautiful tribute. I too have a love of stone and can imagine the fine craftsmanship he leaves behind. What a joy it must have been for him to live his life so authentically. It makes me smile. Apparently, he brought more than one smile to others in his lifetime - And, perhaps that is as simple as life is? Our thoughts and prayers are with your family (especially his daughters) in this time of initial grief. May the field stone walls throughout New England ignite happy memories of your brother’s life bringing you comfort and a smile!
Fondly,
Buffy Gabriel-Oesterreich
November 1, 2010
I am so sorry for the loss of Benny, what a shock! My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you! Keep his smile and memories close to your hearts! He will be looking over all of you!
October 31, 2010
My thoughts and prayers go out to all of Glenn's family. I am so sorry for your loss. I graduated with Glenn, and have memories that go back to grammar school. Always such a nice guy. He will be sadly missed by all the people he touched.
Jodi DeCarlo Traisci
Mark Atkinson
October 31, 2010
On behalf of our family, I want to say Thank You to everyone who has helped us honor Glenn in this difficult time.
For those of you who weren't able to attend our services for him, I wanted to make the eulogy available to you. It's a fitting tribute to our Benny.
Thank you for your prayers. I know he's watching over all of his family...especially his girls.
Our lives touch so many others during our lifetime. There was a lot of proof of this fact in the amazing outpouring of love and support shown for Glenn yesterday at the funeral home. Even with the cold last nite, we’re amazed at how long people were willing to wait just to express their gratitude for having their lives touched by Glenn. The Atkinson family wants to thank each and every person who has been there for Glenn. This tribute is nothing short of amazing!
Oh, and for those of you lucky enough to see it, Glenn arranged for a double rainbow to help keep your mind off the waiting time. As everybody knows, he’d always do something to make you feel better after having been around him.
Well, listen…since Benny was always a casual man in spirit, I want to honor that spirit by doing this “Benny-style”. Please feel free to join me in taking off your coat and loosening your tie if you’d like, or kicking off your shoes….even if your socks don’t match. I’m pretty certain Benny didn’t always have matching socks, himself….
Every life has a story. This is the story of a good man…the story of my brother, Glenn. This story is a collective memoir of my own experiences with him, as well as those of my brothers and sister – and his girls.
Many of you know him as Benny, and there are some people who never even knew his actual name is, indeed, Glenn. Benny is a nickname that stuck a long, long time ago when he was just a kid. Dad used to call him “Glenny Benny Boop.” It soon became clear that a shortened version of this name might be more effective. Because how in the world could a parent possibly consider spanking a child with the name Glenny Benny Boop?! ……. So it was shortened to Benny. In recent years, we fondly referred to him as “The Troll” due to him being shorter than the rest of us brothers. I was as eager as anybody to jump on the bandwagon and use the name whenever possible. It’s a male-bonding thing, for sure.
Glenn Robert Atkinson. Robert is the name of Mom’s father, Benny’s maternal grandfather. We knew him as Poppy. And because it’s the maternal grandfather that determines baldness, all four of us boys have Poppy to thank for……….showing us that hair is definitely over-rated! In fact, Benny once teased me for my hair looking like the dreaded “comb-over”. We were on a cruise together, and during an evening of a lot of fun [well, lets just say we weren’t drinking chicken soup and singing Christian songs!] Benny smiles and says to me, “We can do this the easy way, or we can do this the hard way…” Since I wasn’t interested in being wrestled to the ground by him, I chose to modify my hairstyle. And this is the result of Benny’s influence of that evening.
And lets also remember that Benny is the one who came up with the name “stick-boy” for me. I never really knew where that name came from…….hmmmmmm! (look to left and right at Keith and Eric)
Benny was a tough kid. I guess he had to be, as the third boy. Keith and I were NOT what you’d call calm kids. So he had to assert himself in order to access food. Another contributing factor to his toughness may have been the time we left him – alone – at the car wash in Danbury. We realized he wasn’t there when we got to our home … here in NEWTOWN. So after about six to eight weeks, when he started speaking again, we knew he’d be just fine!
In Benny’s early years, he found a passion for swim team – as I had. So began his love of the water. He went on to become a captain of the high school swim team, setting records along the way. And in his adult years, he went on to coach the Torpedos’ swim team….which is why there are so many people in attendance here and last night. Benny made it a point to learn something special about every team member, so he had a bond…a special connection with each and every swimmer. I’ve heard that everyone in the high school who was ever on the Torpedos’ wore their Torpedos shirt in the school just the other day in order to honor Benny. Thanks for doing that. We really appreciate it, and I know that he does!
In his teenage years, he discovered rocks, boulders and pebbles. He worked for a man who built stonewalls. It wasn’t too long before he decided to go into business for himself – doing stonework. Over his many years of self-employment, he crafted an outstanding body of work that included stone work at the Newtown Meeting House, the Town Hall, and many other works of stone at private homes. In fact, many of you here may have had work done by him.
Just about a year ago, Benny came over to “help” me build a small planter in my yard. I had spent a good 3 hours or so laying down a mostly-straight foundation course of stone. Without hesitation, he ripped out all of my work to make it right, and he FINISHED the job in about 25 minutes or so! And it’s a beautiful work of art. I now have a Benny Atkinson original that will outlast my grand-kids’ children!
Benny was not a man of vanity or fashion. There were far more important things to be concerned with. Though he appreciated a Lexus or a BMW, he CHOSE to drive a faded red moped with bald tires around town. He fondly referred to this vehicle as his “scoot”. He also commuted to work in New Milford with it….and got a lot of ribbing from his Harley-driving co-workers at O&G. He was forever grateful to Jay Maher for this vehicle…and I think, but I’m not absolutely certain, that his girls were just as thrilled as Benny about it! I know that Benny felt a lot more joy from actually driving it than he did from the “Oh My God!” effect it had on the girls! One Sunday when he was out “cruising”, he came to our house in New Milford. Terry insisted he stay for dinner, and he showed us his vegetable-grilling technique while he told us about him hanging out with some “real” motorcycle guys in Roxbury. He even showed us the secret “wave” among his gang members (demonstrate it here). There was a lot of “two-wheel” mutual respect going on, and it became a regular destination for Benny. And, really….who WOULDN’T want to hang out with Benny once you realize the kind of spirit he had?!
Benny found great humor in teasing his nephews, and he always knew how to get to the Achilles heel very quickly…like my son Andy’s apparent “sensitivity” to proper food handling. At a recent family gathering – a Thanksgiving or Easter – Andy had assembled a culinary masterpiece on his plate. As he sat down, Benny said, “Hey Andy…can you hold onto this for me?” as he took the piece of chewing gum from his mouth and placed it on Andy’s plate right next to the potatoes. His infectious laugh went on for quite some time.
Benny has brought much joy into the lives of his family and friends. In fact, he brought enough joy to Mom and Dad to create yet another addition to our growing family at the time…with our “Irish Twin” baby brother, Eric.
Benny always had his priorities straight. Yeah, there was plenty of duct tape and baling wire used for equipment and vehicle repair, but only because it was always faster…which left more time for his family, and the more fun parts of his life. You can see that hunger for fun in his eyes…just look at the prayer card. Those eyes are saying, “You want a piggy-back ride into the water?” Or, “Lets have a beer down at the water’s edge.” Or, “Thanks for being here.” Or as my son said, “You sure you wanna pay THAT MUCH for that thing?”
From this point forward, we need to be open to feeling Benny’s presence. Maybe the feel of a gentle wind blowing the fall leaves around, or the sound of water flowing over rocks in a stream, or the smell of chlorine when entering a building with a pool inside…something will remind you, and he’ll let you know that everything will be all right.
Cherish this presence, because you know he cherished yours. He lives on in all of us.
Kathy Blood-Salvatore
October 30, 2010
May your loving memories of Glenn bring you comfort at this very sad time. My heartfelt condolences to the Atkinson family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
The Mahonys
October 30, 2010
Dear Atkinson Family,
Bennie was a gentle giant and we were blessed to have known him during our years in Newtown. He was always there with a smile and a helping hand and was one of the kindest people we've ever known. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
With love,
The Mahonys
Ricky Terrill
October 30, 2010
MY deepest sympathies goes out to the Atkinson Family. I attended NHS with Benny & we played Softball together for years.My Dad was always very fond of him and they had a great friendhsip.
Rest in Peace my friend.
Ricky Terrill
October 30, 2010
My prayers are with you at this sad time. God bless you and give you comfort. Mary Ellen Reiner
Laurie Caserta
October 30, 2010
To the Atkinson family,
I was so sorry and deeply saddened to hear about Glenn. When I think of Glenn back in elementary and high school, I see his smiling face and remember how kind and friendly he was.
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Tim Corfey
October 29, 2010
Dear Atkinson Family,
It is with a heavy heart that I read the news of Glenn's passing. I know he will be sorely missed as you are all so close. Glenn was truly a wonderful person even as a young man he was always a good person to all. The thought of Glenn and all of your family brings back so many good memories for me and I am sure for you also. I know you will find strength in the bonds of family and friendship. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I am so very sorry for your loss.
Your friend always,
Dave Seale
October 29, 2010
I am so very sorry to hear about this sudden and tragic loss. I have known Glenn for a long time. I have not seen him in a long time but always kept up how things were going through mutual friends in Newtown. I have great memories of having fun with Glenn and his family. My deep sympathy goes out to his entire family and we truly hope you can get through this awful time and of course remember all the laughter Glenn brought to all that knew him.
Charles Newman
October 29, 2010
I attended middle school with Glenn and although I haven't seen him in many years, I have many fond memories of him. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Paul Harrison
October 29, 2010
my deepest sympathies and prayers go out to the Atkinson family. I attended NHS Class Of 1981 with Glenn,and while I haven't seen him In many years,he will always be remembered as a kind and funny person.my Heart goes out to your Family!
Sheila Maher
October 29, 2010
Dear Mr. & Mrs Atkinson, Mark, Keith, Nancy, Eric and Family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. It must be heart wrenching to lose him so suddenly and without warning.
We all grew up on the old block and I have fond memories playing kick the can and Summer's at Candlewood East Beach Club and if memory serves me my sister, Jane used to babysit the boys on a few occations. Glenn had a warm smile and a great sense of humor.
Please accept my sincere sympathy and my prayers are with your family.
Chris & Kari Barrett
October 29, 2010
Glenn was such an important and positive influence on our kids and a good friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Debbie Del Vecchio
October 29, 2010
Dear Keith and the entire Atkinson Family,
I was shocked and saddened to hear of your loss. I remember reading about all the great work that Glenn did to enhance the beauty of Newtown and seeing his girls perform at the LSOD dance recitals. My sympathy to you all at this time.
October 29, 2010
Mr. and Mrs. A, Mark, Keith, Eric and Nancy: I heard of Glenn's passing yesterday from my mother and cannot tell you how sorry we are for your loss. Benny was one of the great guys and the entire von Kreuter family sends its deepest and heartfelt condolences to all of the Atkinsons. Over many years our family get-togethers in Newtown, Darien and Westport as well as our ski vacations with the Atkinson's were without a doubt some of the most fun we had. We always looked forward to being with all of the "Atkies" and our families have remained connected over all of these years which is a very special thing. Benny will be missed by everyone who knew him and he left us way too soon. Our thoughts and prayers are with Glenn, his girls and his entire family.
Jim von Kreuter
Patti Hamaguchi
October 29, 2010
Dear Ed, Lynn and the Atkinson Family,
We are truly heartbroken and stunned to hear of Glenn's passing. It just doesn't seem real. He was such a vibrant guy--always quick-witted and playful with his siblings, kids and nieces and nephews. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers and wish we could be there for his services this weekend. Our deepest sympathies to all of you at this very tragic time. Hugs,
Agnes Ladanyi Temerowski
October 29, 2010
While I haven't seen Glenn and his family in a long time, I was shocked to hear the terrible news. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
Ruth & Jack Rezendes
October 29, 2010
Lynn, Ed and family,
Jack and I were so sorry to hear of Glenn's death. Such a shock for you all and for those of us who loved to see him visit Westport in the summer. Such a bright light , ready smile and warm personality will never be forgotten. Our love and prayers as you all find your way through the saddest of the days ahead. Jack & Ruthi Rezendes
Don, Jenny, & Becca
October 29, 2010
What a shock. Our love and prayers to the entire Atkinson family. We knew Glenn as Uncle Mark's brother Uncle Bennie,and we also knew how much he was love by Mark,Terry,Andy,and Jana. We'll remember his welcoming smile and great laugh. Our deepest sympathies.
Robert Meehan
October 28, 2010
May the love of those around you,
help you through the days ahead.
With Sincerest Sympathy
Karen Tremblay
October 28, 2010
I heard the horrible news this morning and I was immediately deeply saddened. Although Glen and I hadn't been in touch since we graduated together in 1981 I felt like I still knew him because our parents are such great friends. My heart goes out to them and the rest of his family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time.
Debbie Bogdanyi-Pawlakos
October 28, 2010
I am so sorry to hear about Glenn. My prayers are with you during this heartbreaking time.
Paulette Smith
October 28, 2010
Glenn was such a warm and wonderful man. We are all so saddened to hear this news. Our thoughts are with Mary and all the girls.
Paulette, Jim, Adela and Heidi Smith
Sue Shortt-Jowdy
October 28, 2010
Mr. & Mrs. Atkinson, Mark, Keith, Eric & Nancy,
I'm so sorry for your loss...my heart breaks for you. Though it's been many years, I've held you all close at heart and cherish the memories we shared together...recalling with a smile, some of Benny's teenage adventures!!! He was a great guy...may you find comfort in the memories.
You're in my thoughts and prayers.
sara, alex and carl sherter
October 28, 2010
what an overwhelmingly sad shock- condolences to the Atkinson family, mary, and the girls, and all of their many friends whose lives Benny touched.
i'm sure this week a new star was born in our galaxy-lightingup the night sky and twinkling with laughter-right up there with Betelgeuse, Ori, and Rigel, called 'Benny', and I'll look up, laugh and hoist a frosty.
Jon Sumple
October 28, 2010
While I haven't seen Glenn since I graduated NHS, I have never forgot his smile and genuine positive outlook. My thoughts and condolences go out to all of Glenn's family and friends at this most difficult time.
Rick & Teresa Fiamengo
October 28, 2010
Benny,
What a great man..
Strong Hands, Big hart, Big Laugh..
You always made us smile. Your stories will last a lifetime with many. The work of your strong hands will remain for many years. How difficult it is to loose a great and compassionate human-being.. there are so few..
Your character will live on in your beautiful daughters...I hope your love of life grows and shines in the many you have touched.
Our hart felt condolences go out to the Atkinson Family.
Rick & Teresa Fiamengo
October 28, 2010
Benny,
What a great man..
Strong Hands, Big hart, Big Laugh..
You always made us smile. Your stories will last a lifetime with many. The work of your strong hands will remain for many years. How difficult it is to loose a great and compassionate human-being.. there are so few..
Your character will live on in your beautiful daughters...I hope your love of life grows and shines in the many you have touched.
Our hart felt condolences go out to the Atkinson Family.
Wendy & Shawn Kosloff
October 28, 2010
Although we have never been close, we are sending condolences and prayers to Mary and your beautiful family upon hearing this shocking news. Stay strong with your love and memories during this difficult time.
Kathy Bigham-Bloxsom
October 28, 2010
My deepest sympathy to all of Glenn's family. Glenn was a great guy and will be missed by all
Craig & Donna Bonoff
October 28, 2010
Keith and Family:
Our heart goes out to you all in your moments of need during this trying time. The news of Benny's passing was incomprehensible to us. I had just played cards with Benny at Frank Delucia's house about a month ago. He was always upbeat in my dealings with him no matter the circumstances in his life. You really couldn't tell if Benny was ever having a bad day. He will be missed by friends, but especially his family. Our prayers are with you.
Barbara & Bill Burns
October 28, 2010
Dear Abby, Emma, Maggie and Ellen: There is such an empty space in our hearts now since we heard of your Dad's passing. We loved him very much and this love will remain with us forever. We always referred to him as our "adopted son" and no words could be truer than those. We just have so many wonderful memories of your Dad and you girls. You were all his pride and joys. We love you and our thoughts and prayers are with you as you go through this most difficult time. Please keep in touch.
Lee Sullivan- Keady
October 28, 2010
"Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal."
My thoughts and prayers are with Mary and your 4 beautiful girls.
God Bless
Martin West
October 28, 2010
Such sad and shocking news, Mase and I have the fondest memories of Benny. We were so lucky to know him especially his sense of humour and seeing how he motivated the kids to swim their hardest. He will be sorely missed.
John Prittie
October 28, 2010
Can't believe it - a great guy. My heart truly goes out to all of the family.
Kim Kirk Gardner
October 28, 2010
My deepest condolences to the Atkinson family. Hoping memories of happier times and kindness of friends and family bring comfort to you all at this very difficult time. God bless
Caola Schonberg
October 28, 2010
My sincere condolences to the Atkinson family for the significant loss of a warm, loving, son and brother. In high school I was always impressed how motivated and purposeful Benny was, saving his money to buy a car and house, starting his business, marrying his high school sweetheart. His humor was infectious; he was able to cheer anyone up and was a great friend to many in the classes of 1981 and 1982. As we reflect on our memories of Benny, it will be easy to recall a funny saying or special greeting, and hard not to smile. For Mary, Abby, Emma, Maggie and Ellen, your greatest loss; a loving father. Remember how deeply he loved you and keep working to make him proud, he is watching over you. Love, Caola
Kathy Obre Cunningham
October 28, 2010
We pray for the Atkinson family as we, too, heard the news. My mom in Newtown, CT, told me, with a heavy heart. She had just spoken to Glenn a few weeks ago and enjoyed his stories of family. He helped my parents and would plow their driveway during the harsh Newtown winters and I was always so grateful to him for extending his caring heart to them. He always made sure they were taken care of first. Even though I spoke to Glenn only a few times over the last few years as it pertained to my parents, he was the kind of man that always made you feel as if you have known him forever. Even in high school. Glenn was one of the best, and as I have learned in my life, God can take the good ones too early. God Bless you Glenn, and may your spirit now live strong in the hearts of your family and friends, who love you always.
Carl Fazio
October 28, 2010
Dear Atkinson Family,
Our hearts and prayers go out to all of you at this very difficult time. Benny will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Special prayers to his daughters who were his world. With sympathy from Carl, Helena and Alex Fazio
Lisa Cray
October 28, 2010
Keith and family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.
With heartfelt condolences. Keep all your memories close to your heart.
Lisa Cray (Hodge Ins.)
Alice Frawley
October 28, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with the Atkinson family during this difficult time. Rest in Peace Glen....
Michelle Lavallee Marcisz
October 28, 2010
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Atkinson family.
Peter Nakano
October 28, 2010
I'm very sad to hear of the passing of Glen (Benny) Atkinson. Benny was a very friendly, nice person who left this earth to early. My condolences to the Atkinson family during this difficult time.
October 28, 2010
Our prayers are with the families of this wonderful person who touched so many lives. Jill, Randy, Taylor and Sam Percy
Sue Schulz
October 28, 2010
Dear Atkinson Family and Friends,
I am so sorry for your loss. With deepest sympathy and respect I pray you will find peace during this most difficult time.
Linda & Bruce Brereton
October 28, 2010
Shock and sadness can be felt all over Newtown. Benny was a genuine, caring, remarkably talented individual whose life ended much, much too soon. It was always with a huge grin and a sparkle in his eye when he spoke of his 4 beautiful daughters.His family and friends brought him the most joy and he brought joy to everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.We have truly lost one of the GOOD GUYS.
Heartfelt sympathy to all,the Brereton family
Stu Alexander
October 28, 2010
My prayers are with the entire Atkinson family during this very difficult time.
Paula Moliver
October 28, 2010
You will be missed. You are a part of our swimming memories. Moliver family
Susan Cantalupo
October 28, 2010
Such horrible news travels fast, and I was hoping so much it wasn't true. Truly a loss to your family and friends, and our graduating class. My best memories of Glenn were how warm and affable he was. I really admired him and to the Atkinson family, so many are grieving with you....
Rosa Izzo
October 28, 2010
Keith and family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.
With heartfelt condolences,
Rosa Izzo (Hodge Ins)
Dawn & Art Adams
October 28, 2010
"An amazing man that touched the lives of so many of our children...he always had such a twinkle in his eye...and mischief wasn't far behind!
In a recent conversation he told me what each of his girls was up to...he was so proud! May the many happy memories he created bring you much comfort at your time of loss."
Bucknell Swimming Class of 2010
October 28, 2010
Deepest sympathies to the entire Atkinson family and his friends. We all enjoyed seeing Mr. Atkinson in the stands cheering us on.
Pamela Albanesi
October 28, 2010
I am so sorry to hear about Glenn. I graduated along side Glenn in 1981 from Newtown High School. He was a very sweet person. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Jim & Laurie Borst
October 28, 2010
Our deepest condolences to the Atkinson family and all of his friends. Glenn will be sadly missed by everyone who knew him.
Kevin Brooks
October 28, 2010
Benny,
We will miss your smile, your ability to make us laugh, your down to earth sense of humor and your friendship. You have left a mark on everyone you knew and touched. While we all mourn your sudden death, we celebrate your life, as no one I know loved life more than you. Your dedication to your family, daughters and friends was above all else and all of us who knew you, strived to emulate your selflessness, kindness and compassion. You had a special unique relationship with everyone you touched...Whether it was as a coach, a father, husband, brother, son or friend, you made everyone feel special. You leave behind a legacy of things too many too count that will enable all of us who loved you to fondly remember you as the loving and giving man you were. I am blessed to have known you and cherish the times we spent with our families and friends.
God bless,
Kevin Brooks
Liz Krauth
October 28, 2010
We are so sorry for you loss. Your family is in our hearts and prayers during this very difficult time. If there is anything we can do, please let us know. Brittany Krauth and her family!
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Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
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Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
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Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
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