Ann Arbor, Michigan
Atkins, Lou Ann (nee Kanouse) Ann Arbor, MI
Age 58, died on February 9, after a battle with cancer. She was born in Berwick, PA, the second child of Donald M. and Ellen Jane Kanouse, on March 31, 1950. She was married to Jimmy K. Atkins of Ann Arbor, MI where they lived for the past two...
Read MoreThe employees of the Battle Creek VA Medical Center and I would like to send our thoughts and prayers to Lou Ann's family during this difficult time. Her leadership and dedication to both employees and veterans was always an inspiration and she will be greatly missed by many people.
Denise Deitzen
Acting Director
VA Medical Center
Battle Creek, MI
Denise Deitzen
February 17, 2009 | Battle Creek, MI
Jimmy K., Lou Ann was a very special person. She was a bright, funny, caring and a good person. She will be missed by all that knew and loved her. Take care of yourself and remember all the good times you shared with her, as there were thousands of them throughout your many years together. Remember I am only a phone call away. Much love, your cousin Judy
Judy Hall
February 13, 2009 | Tampa, FL
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the loss of a special leader. I had the pleasure of working with Lou Ann in West Palm Beach VA, as well as at Ann Arbor VA. Inspiration that I will remember from her are to 'think outside of the box' and don't settle for the first alternative presented to you if it is not the best for patient care; empower others to make a positive impact in the workplace; and advocate for changes that will improve patient care. She will be deeply missed.
Susan Meade
February 13, 2009 | Toledo, OH
Dear Mr. Atkins, I was Lou Ann's dentist. Please accept my heartfelt condolences on your loss. The world has lost a special lady. I remember that she was very excited about going to Las Vegas with you, a while back. My staff joins me in extending our sympathy.
Bonnie Patel, DDS
Bonnie Patel
February 12, 2009 | Ann Arbor, MI
Jimmy, our hearts and prayers are with you even though we can not be there in person, we will be there in spirit and thought. She was a very special lady and the love of your life and she will truly be missed by all. Please take care of yourself as that is what LouAnn would have wanted. We love you,
Pat Giorgianni
February 12, 2009 | Tampa, FL
On behalf of all of the employees of the Indianapolis VA Medical Center, let me express our deepest condolences on the loss of Lou Ann. All of us who were touched by her in any way knew of her unwavering commitment to veterans. Lou Ann always demonstrated through both her words and her actions the highest standards of ethics, excellence and compassion. She was a role model who will long be remembered and missed.
Tom Mattice, Director
Richard L. Roudebush VA Medical...
Tom Mattice
February 12, 2009 | Indianapolis, IN
Dear Jimmy, Stephen, Kevin, and Friends,
LouAnn will always remain within our hearts and memories since she was so very special. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
With deepest sympathy,
Amanda Lucas
Amanda Lucas
February 11, 2009 | Thousand Oaks, CA
I will remember her for her passion to bring the best care to our Veterans
Toni Matthews-Johnson
February 11, 2009 | Ypsilanti, MI
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
James Staley
February 11, 2009 | Ann Arbor/Bloomfield Hills, MI
