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Keith Swinehart
April 1, 2025
Miss you Doc..your compassion for your customers was exceptional... you are not forgotten ....
Keith Harper
April 1, 2024
Ken was truly one of a kind! He was my primary care physician for over 30 years. He was devoted to his family, faith and community. He is ardently remembered by all that were fortunate to have known him. He is missed.
Gordon Hall
April 1, 2024
Think of Dr. Atkinson often.
Trish
May 5, 2023
Continued prayers for Whitney and the family
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Terry Thompson-Manning
April 1, 2023
I think of Doc Atkinson often, and truly miss his medical expertise and dry wit when trying to determine whether my issues were MS-related or something totally new. All of you remain in my thoughts and prayers as your healing continues through the years.
Soroka Family
April 1, 2022
Remembering Doctor Atkinson with you all. He was our family Doctor for years. We were devastated when this happened and to see this reminder brings lots of memories. God with you all
Gordon Hall
April 2, 2021
Kind gentle man. I still think of him often.
Gordon Hall
April 2, 2021
A kind gentle man.. Help me through some tough times. I still to this day think of him often.
Terry Thompson-Manning
April 1, 2021
Five years still seems like yesterday. And after recently finding a new Physician, it’s just not the same. I miss Dr. A’s careful attention, smile and headshake’s to my often weird symptoms.
Susan Loya
April 1, 2021
Even today so many years later, seeing his face fills me with gratitude and makes me smile. He was a great doctor and a great person. RIP my friend.
Keith Swinehart
Keith Swinehart
April 1, 2020
Ken was my Doctor..His candid communications and advice were exceptional to me. He showed that he cared about me being his patient... and likewise, i miss his support..
Susan Loya
April 1, 2020
Just seeing his picture brings back a flood of memories. He was a good human being and a good doctor. I had such high regard for him in both roles.
Terry Thompson-Manning
April 1, 2020
Dr. A was my Doc since he took over the practice on Holly when Dr. K retired. That is most of my life. I still catch myself reaching for the phone, even after all this time. Urgent Care isnt the same. He continues to be in my thoughts and his family continues to be in my prayers.
April 2, 2019
Still think of him. One of the best examples of a man and compassionate human being I have known.
Soroka Family
April 2, 2019
Still so hard to believe that Dr. Atkinson is gone. To this day my family has not found anyone to fill his shoes. He was a kind, compassionate Doctor. He was one of a kind.
Gone way too soon.
Love,
Nathan, Susie & Alex Soroka
Susan Loya
April 1, 2019
Ken was my Doctor and friend for over 30 years. I was preparing to move out of Denver when this tragedy happened. I will never find a Doctor I trusted as much as Ken again. I speak of him often in talking with neighbors here in Indiana. He was a unique spirit and a roll model for kindness. I remain heartbroken at his loss and my heart goes out to his family.
Keith Swinehart
April 1, 2019
Ken was my doctor for 15 years..his support and bedside manners were exceptional and I appreciated all his medical advise (and cures) from the mundane to the serious illnesses for my spouse and I . He was more than my Doc...a confidant and a great listener. He is sincerely missed...
Caroling at Christmas c. mid-1980's
Jim & Judy DiVito
May 14, 2016
Our heartfelt condolences to Jeannie and her daughters. We were privileged to be friends, neighbors, and Jim Ken's patient, before leaving Colorado and will always remember the fun times at Christmas, when the guys would go door to door singing Christmas carols.
Sue Knight
May 2, 2016
My family lived in Aurora, just down the street from Margie and Ken. I remember attending South Jr. High with both of them. What a horrible loss of such a good person.
Lori Kinney
April 29, 2016
Jeanne and Whitney,
Please accept my deepest sympathies. Working with your family during the LPS years was just wonderful! Peace be with you.
Lori Kinney
JF
April 18, 2016
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Ray Barron
April 13, 2016
Ken was a one of a kind individual! He has been a stalwart individual since we played football together at Hinkley. A shame to lose such a strong individual and great father!
Diane Main
April 13, 2016
I hope it's okay, I wanted to share one more thing. Doctor encouraged me to read 1 Timothy the last time I saw him. He was a significant part of helping me recently to heal spiritually with God's Word, from the last 5 years since my divorce had started. I'm much better today, physically, and also with Trust and Hope and Peace in Him, because of the Power of God's Word, and because of him, Dr. Kenneth Atkinson.
April 12, 2016
My deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Dr. Atkinson. Thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
(1 Corinthians 15:26).
Bruce Lund
April 12, 2016
May God bless you all with comfort, I stand with you to honor this wonderful man
Suzanne Kelley
April 11, 2016
My deepest sympathies and prayers for healing are extended to the entire Atkinson family as they mourn the tragic loss of Ken Atkinson.
The loss of this kind, compassionate and professional physician and philanthropist, who I was privileged to have as my physician for nearly 20 years, and the loss to his family, friends, professional colleagues, office staff and the community, is immeasurable. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
I am extremely thankful for the opportunity of having Dr. Atkinson as my physician, and I have the utmost respect for his great moral sense of character in his act of generosity and courage in helping a neighbor in medical need.
May God watch over your family and hold you close during this time of grief and loss.
Kim & Gilda Davison
April 11, 2016
Humankind can shed some more tears. We've lost a truly good man.
May God give you all peace and comfort
Nathan, Alex & Susie Soroka
April 11, 2016
My deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences to the family of Dr. Atkinson. Dr. Atkinson was our Dr. for many years. He will surely be missed by us and so many more. He is now present with the Lord
James Atkinson
April 11, 2016
Dr. Ken Atkinson
Ken will always be remembered for his godly presence and for his passion for living life to the full. He was one of those remarkable individuals who come into one's life who just make life special being around him. Ken was a remarkable father and husband and over all a very special blessing to all of the Atkinson family.
Family visits to Colorado to visit live on as treasured moments in our lives. Thank you Ken for the life and love you modeled and for what you have taught us about living life out as a follower of Christ. What we call death Jesus calls our homecoming. There is a room in my Father's house, (John 14:1-4) This is said in his Word and it has already been prepared for Ken whom He dearly loves. In that promise we release him to the heart of Father God's embrace. Thank you Father God for the gift of Ken to each of us!
Lovingly Remembered Jim & Sally Atkinson
Karolyn Price-Schillinger
April 11, 2016
Dr. Atkinson was our pediatrician and also delivered our twins which were the first set of twins at Littleton Hospital. He was a great Doctor and will be missed by many in the community. So sorry for your loss
April 11, 2016
although I could not be there in person I send my deepest sympathies to my family doctor I've have had since October of 2005-I will miss him greatly as well as my wife Shari and my son Paul.
-Douglas Lee Grewe
April 11, 2016
I'm a patient of Dr. Atkinson's, and I last saw him exactly two weeks prior to when all of us and this world lost a good and godly man, and a great doctor. He helped me so much medically, but also spiritually. He loved God's Word, and I'll never forget the things we discussed that contributed to me having a greater faith, and this honorable man.
I will keep his wife and family in my prayers, and ask that God comfort and bless them now, and in future years.
It was an absolute blessing in my life to have him as my doctor.
Diane M.
Michael Varley DDS
April 10, 2016
There are no words that can be expressed to express our condolences. Dr. Ken was a very appreciated medical doctor and colleague who I enjoyed spending time discusssing everything from treatments to medical politics to home repairs. I did not surprise me hearing of the circumstances since those type of moments certainly defined him. He will be greatly missed.
Joanne Swift
April 10, 2016
We are deeply saddened with the loss of Ken. He was our doctor for 25 years. He was always there for us to care for our family's needs. Our prayers go out to Jeanne and all the Atkinson family.
With sympathy,
Joanne & Charlie Swift
Sara Burke
April 10, 2016
We lived in Dr. Adkinson's neighborhood many years ago. I remember that while I was pregnant with our first child the Adkinsons were recruiting for a bone marrow drive not only to find a match for their beautiful children but for other kids who need transplants. Because of this drive, I nearly was able to donate to a child on the Weat Coast but right before the dates were set I got a call saying the transplant was off. This family encourages everyone around them to a deeper faith, hope and love. My heart breaks for Jeanne and the girls. We will be holding you in our hearts and prayers. ❤✝
Sarah Francis
April 10, 2016
My heartfelt sympathies to Dr. Atkinson's family and friends. His gentle touch, kind spirit, and warm heart touched countless lives around him. May his memory be eternal.
Matthew 5:4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.
April 9, 2016
Deepest sympathies to the entire Atkinson family. The loss of Ken will be felt by many who loved him. Trust in God's promises that He will comfort you in your sorrow and give you the strength you need. May God's love help ease your grief. With sadness -
Richard and Sandy Tinlin
Jin Rosack
April 9, 2016
My heartfelt thoughts and prayers to the Atkinson family. Ken was our family physician, from 1979 until my father's death in 1998, and my mother's in 2013. Ken cared for me from 1979 until last year. He was truly a gift to his family, his community, and to all of us whom Ken compassionately cared for over the years. He will be dearly missed.
Terry Thompson-Manning
April 9, 2016
I am so, so sorry for your loss. Words cannot express the pain I feel for you.
Dr. A was my Doc since he took over the practice from Dr. Kurtz so many, many years ago. He was a wonderful man and amazing physician who traversed a wide assortment of maladies with me. I also have MS, and there were many times my symptoms were a mystery to us both...was it MS or something else? He never failed to pursue it and figure it out, even though that often times meant being herded to a specialist for further testing.
In the early 90's I believe, I had DVT due to a broken foot. In those days, Dr. A did hospital rounds and he would often bring Taylor. He couldn't have been more than maybe 4 years old or so? Doc would read my chart and Taylor would watch some TV with me. When Doc was finished, Taylor would pat me on the leg and ask me if it hurt. I always told him it felt better since he visited, and he must have the magic touch. He would give me a big smile and off they went to see the next patient. I know Taylor and Kendall are happy to have their Dad with them, even though it was way too early.
He was so proud of his family, and smiles of joy crossed his face when talking of each of you. Please know that our thoughts, love and prayers are with you.
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John Hinkle
April 9, 2016
Our family is profoundly saddened by this tragic death of such a fine friend and exceptional person. The 30+ years of sharing our lives with him through all of life's events and emotions, are deeply appreciated, and we will miss him greatly. We are but one family which feels this loss, and we ache for Ken's entire family. We offer our love and respect for him, in support of his entire family.
Andrea Tyszkiewicz
April 9, 2016
We send our friendship and sympathies to all of the Atkinson Family. The memories of Long Circle South, swim team, " pigs flying" at the Franklin Festival of Fun and Foolishness and so many more Colorado memories, fill our hearts. It was a pleasure and honor knowing you all- especially Dr Ken and sweet Taylor and Whitney. Our prayers go to you all during this very difficult time. Our love and friendship- Andrea and KenTyszkiewicz and family
Jennifer Winkelmann
April 9, 2016
I have been in Dr. Atkinson's care since I was in the second grade. He was always incredibly kind, and I took comfort in having someone so deeply connected to our community looking out for me. It brought such a sense of safety to know that he was always there.
He will be deeply missed by my family.
Rob Dent
April 9, 2016
Whitney I am so sorry to hear this....my heart aches for you and your family. Thoughts and prayers will be with you.
Nicole, Dave, Lisa Woodman
April 8, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers our with your family. Our doctor and friend for many, many years-Dr. A was an incredible person, whom we all looked up to. I remember he was the first doctor that really listened to me when I was suffering from my migraines. His family was very special to us as well. We are so very sorry for your loss.
patty stahl
April 8, 2016
Although I did not personally know Dr. Atkinson, I know his sister Marge and the warm and loving stories she has shared over the years regarding her family.
Prayers for comfort to you and your family.
In deepest sympathy.
Patty
April 8, 2016
Dear Tom & Family- Deepest Sympathies from our family to yours during this difficult time. May God give you comfort and courage.
With Love,
Lauren, Chris, Orion & Olivia Hughes
Carrie Montroy
April 8, 2016
My dear Doctor since I was 7 years old. He was at the hospital to visit after I had my first child. He came to my brother's funeral to support my family. My favorite memory is when I was in high school. I cut my thumb very deep and needed stitches. My mom and I waited in one of his patient rooms for over an hour. He would come in grab something and leave, come back grab something and leave. He finally returned and apologized for making us wait. He continued and said the lady in the room next door had a spider in her ear for 3 days and he had to get it out. He got it, pulled it out and then dropped it and it ran across her face and he had to catch it again! Gross! He made the right choice, my thumb was not the priority and I was happy to wait. I loved that man, he took care of my family and we love him. Thank you for sharing your dear husband and father with us and so many others for so many years.
Carrie Wall Montroy
Roland and Diann Menk
April 8, 2016
What a tremendous loss to all who knew and loved Dr. A., but so much greater for his lovely wife Jeanne, beautiful daughters Allison and Whitney, and their families. When he spoke of his family and shared pictures, his face would light up and a huge smile beamed across his face. The one comfort of this tragic loss is that he is reunited with his precious children Kendall and Taylor in the eternal kingdom of God. Through their struggles and death, Dr. A. remained a man of unwavering faith and undeniable courage. In his untimely death, the final act of courage was to do what came natural, help another. Although our family grieves the loss of Dr. A. as physician and friend for over 25 years along with so many others, we thank God for the impact he had on so many lives. Until we meet again, rest in peace Dr. A.
Susan Ljunghag
April 8, 2016
My thoughts and prayers will be with all of the people devastated by Ken's tragic loss, especially Jeanne and his family and friends. I will never forget working with Ken when I started my medical practice. He was a great and caring physician, healer and colleague. We shared patients over the years and they all loved him as a physician and a man. These are the times in life when those of us who believe in God and have hope of eternity with Him, know that Ken is in a better place. We also question why his life was taken early and abruptly. It is hard to find an answer to that question right now. My prayer will be that God comforts the broken hearts of those who loved Ken the most.
Susan Ljunghag MD
April 8, 2016
Our community is all mourning the loss of a kind and loving man. My thoughts and prayers are with the Atkinson family.
Jo Burden
April 7, 2016
My heart hurts so badly for Dr. Atkinson and his family and friends. As a patient of 20+ years, he helped guide me many times in my life (I am proud that I introduced him to yoga even though he hated it). He was kind, gentle, compassionate and always had time to listen. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family, friends, and patients; what a wonderful man and physician.
Marvin Myhre
April 7, 2016
My heartfelt condolences to the Atkinson family. Ken was my physician for about 20 years when I lived in Denver in the 80's and 90's. I had occasion to sit next to him a couple of years ago at a fund-raiser for a charity event and we renewed our friendship. A fine doctor and a wonderful human being who genuinely cared about people.
Jeanne and Greg Hill
April 7, 2016
We will miss Ken as a wonderful neighbor and pray for his family.
Robin Petoia
April 7, 2016
Doc was a great man, he was not only a doctor but a friend. I was his patient for more twenty years, he saw all of my children at birth and into their childhood years. He was also my mother's(Kay Ahr) doctor and was there at the hospital to support all of us when she was diagnosed with colon cancer. He will be missed greatly! Rest in peace Dr. A.
Kay Priddy
April 7, 2016
Dr Atkinson was my physician for the last 18 years, he was always caring and kind, our thoughts and prayers are with his loved ones.
Audrey Todd
April 7, 2016
How can one sum up in words what a tragic loss this is? I have been a patient, also, for thirty years and always felt that Dr. A was more a friend than simply a physician. He knew, and asked about, my family at every visit. The world has lost a great man. Rest in the arms of Jesus. You will not be forgotten.
Keith and Shannon Harper
April 7, 2016
Ken has been our primary care physician for 30+ years. Beyond being an outstanding doctor, he was one of the best human beings we have had the privilege to know. Ken was truly special and he will be missed by his tremendous circle of friends and patients. We feel honored to have been his patient and friend for these many years.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Mrs. Atkinson, Ken's daughters and extended family during this extremely difficult time.
Debbi Murray
April 7, 2016
I lived in homestead farms 2 for 20 years and had the pleasure of meeting ken a couple of times. I've been away for awhile, but still feel very connected to the community there. I am heartbroken with the tragedy of your loss. My heart and prayers are with all of you. Words cannot express my heartfelt sympathy. I know he and your children will watch over you from Heaven above. My God bless your beautiful family.
Deb Murray
April 7, 2016
Words do not adequately convey the sorrow we feel for the good doctor and his family in this time of grief. Rest in peace, good sir!
The Gostenik Family
(Barb, Richard, Adam & Eric)
April 7, 2016
Dr. Ken was our adored and respected physician, neighbor, and friend for 30 years. Every day of his remarkable life, he demonstrated his kindness, courage, and service to others, none more than the last. That life has ended too soon, but his legacy will live forever.
With gratitude and love,
Bill, Stephen, Billy, and Michael Flatley and Janet Drobinske
Larry and Sandi Majors
April 7, 2016
Dr. Ken was our Dr. for 30 years. He was always kind and caring. Always asked about our children and grandchildren. We will dearly miss him. The world's loss but Heaven's gain. Our Thoughts and Prayers are with the Family.
April 7, 2016
I can't begin to express what a loss the Louis family feels. What to say about such a great and gentle man, a godly man; every Louis is a better person for knowing Ken.
David & Mary Ann Fiaschetti
April 7, 2016
Such a kind hearted, generous, intelligent man. We shall never forget your kindess, Ken and Jeanne, through our own son's bone marrow transplant. Words will never express our gratitude and fondness for your entire family. Sending all of you our love.
April 7, 2016
I was so glad he was our Doctor - he was always, always so caring, compassionate and comforting and we will miss being his patients more than words can express. A true light has gone from this world; our deepest condolences to his family and friends.
Dori and Ken Hathaway
Jeanne Echternach
April 7, 2016
My heartfelt condolences to Dr. Atkinson's family and to his staff. He lost his life while giving to another in need, and he is a true hero. Wishing peace to all whose lives he touched.
Dore Strey
April 7, 2016
Thoughts and prayers to the family. My husband and I worked with Ken at Mercy Hospital so many years ago. He was a great guy.
Blain Myhre
April 7, 2016
We are heartbroken. Ken was such a compassionate man, who did more good in a day than many of us do ever. You are all in our hearts.
Steve Hurley
April 7, 2016
We lost our doctor and friend this week and we will dearly miss him. Ken was a caring and kind person with a big heart. He never failed to ask about our kids and grandkids.
God rest his soul. He and his family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Steve & Carolyn Hurley
Allyson Lewis
April 7, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family he will be missed by all.
Keith Swinehart
April 7, 2016
Ken, you were a good friend, physician and confidant. You will be greatly missed with those you loved, supported, and those you touched with your kindness and intellect. May your family and friends always know that you are no farther away than a memory... Bon-voyage
good sir....
Susan Loya
April 7, 2016
My heart aches but I find comfort that you are reunited with Kendall and Taylor. God's peace to the Atkinson family as you deal with the loss of this great man.
"....Well done good and faithful servant."
Gordon Hall
April 7, 2016
Was my Doc for almost 30 years. He helped with medical and other issues durning that time. In my life one of the most caring kind people I have had the privilege of knowing. I considered him a friend as did many. Very sad loss for so many. My condolences to the family
Don Noltemeyer
April 6, 2016
Our condolences to the family. He was a caring physician and a fine man. We are grateful for his many years of service to us and his exemplary life.
The Noltemeyer Family
(Don, Susan, Matt, and Sarah)
Nancy Yackel
April 6, 2016
Our grieving tears are a tiny percentage of the millions shed for Dr. A this week. We could never have asked for better healthcare or more sincere concern and caring as our family has received for the past 30+ years. It has been a privilege and honor to have known him.
We send our thankfulness to his family for sharing him with his thousands of patients. Prayers for all those mourning his loss. May treasured memories bring comfort.
Bob & Nancy Yackel
Glenda Smith
April 6, 2016
Dr. Atkinson will be missed. He was a very thoughtful and wonderful person.
Sue/Dave Hooker
April 6, 2016
Though it's been years since we lived in Denver, we will always remember Ken as completely committed to his family, his medical practice and his Lord and Savior, Jesus. We are heartbroken for Jeanne and the family, but rejoice in Ken's homecoming.
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