James L. Atkins

1936 - 2020

James L. Atkins obituary, 1936-2020, Tucson, AZ

BORN

1936

DIED

2020

FUNERAL HOME

Gardinier-Warren Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc.

1315 Chestnut Street

Franklin Park, Pennsylvania

James Atkins Obituary

James L. Atkins, 84, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2020, at Peppi's Hospice House in Tucson, Ariz. Jim was born April 7, 1936, in Creighton, to the late James R. and Mildred M. (Bowser) Atkins. He was a veteran of the Air Force and served time in France. He is survived by his wife, Phyllis R. Atkins, whom he married May 5, 1986; his children, David (Kim) Atkins, Jeffrey Atkins, Brian (Debbie) Atkins, Rob (Kit) Woods, Pete Woods and Laurie (Jim Bowen) Woods; and his siblings, LeRoy (Phyllis) Atkins, Ronald (Lorraine) Atkins and Richard (Kathy) Atkins; 14 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; as well as many other adored family members. He was preceded in death by sons, James W. Atkins and Brian Woods; and an infant sister, ValJean Atkins. Jim demonstrated a special faith which inspired him to love and serve God by sharing his faith with many others and leaving lasting impressions of strong dedication to the Lord. Jim loved to travel and visit his children and their families. He will be remembered for his unparalleled laughter. There will be no public visitation. To send cards, online condolences, or for further information, family and friends are invited to visit www.gardinierfuneralhome.com. Memorial donations may be made to Hospice Fund/Peppi's House at https://www.tmcaz.com/medical-programs/hospice/donate-to-tmc-hospice.

Published by The Valley News Dispatch on Oct. 25, 2020.
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I remember fondly all the fun we had when we were children. My deepest sympathy to Jim´s family.

Nancy Grassell Myford

October 26, 2020

We are so lucky to have had Jim for a friend. Condolences to his loving family.

Howard & Carol

October 23, 2020

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