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David Atkins Obituary
David was born in Rome, Georgia. He served in the United States Army. David moved to Alabama in 1971. He retired from Norfolk Southern Railway and later Satellites Unlimited. David was a loving son, husband, father and grandfather who always loved giving his time to anyone who needed it. He enjoyed woodworking and riding his motorcycle.
He was preceded in death by his father, Benjamin Franklin Atkins.
He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Margaret Atkins; son, Jeffrey (Jerri) Atkins; daughter, Kimberly (Joel) Klein; mother, Jeanette Atkins; brother, Mike (Donna) Atkins; grandchildren, Trent Atkins, Alise Atkins, Alaina Atkins, Brayden McClain, Bella Klein and Kaylee Klein.
Pallbearers will be family.
Honorary pallbearers will be coworkers from Norfolk Southern Railway and Satellites Unlimited.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to your favorite charity.
Special thanks to Attalla Police Department and Attalla Fire Department Station 2.
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Memories and Condolences
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Jean Brown
July 9, 2020
Margaret... I'm very sorry to hear of the passing of your husband. I spent about 11 months with Dave in Phouc Vinh, Vietnam. He was the person I was closest to and the person I learned the most from during that time. his laughter and some of his expressions I can still hear... "Shoot!!"...
Peace...
Jean Brown
Sue Dorsett WHITE
March 15, 2020
My family and the Atkins family were friends. I went to school with Mike. Prayers for the family.
February 26, 2020
Margaret,I am so sorry for your loss..Praying for all of your family.
Love You
Becky Cason Ellison
Marianne Parker Fuhrman
February 26, 2020
Margaret & family, so sorry for the loss of David. Prayers for peace & comfort during this time.
Jonathan Dayton
February 26, 2020
I only knew Mr. Atkins for about 3 months, but that was long enough for me to know a few very important things about him. He had a heart of gold, was a very humble man, and very dedicated to both, whatever he was doing and anyone he had under his charge. He retired again from SUI Friday, as he was getting ready to clock out and go back home from the office, he called me to tell me goodbye, and kinda struck me odd, but before he hung up the phone, he told me "just don't ever forget me". Then he passed on Sunday, David, ive only known you for a short time, but believe me buddy, I'll never forget you. It takes a special kind of person to touch someone for a lifetime within 3 months. Rest in peace my good friend.
Nancy Knight
February 25, 2020
Margaret & family, my heart goes out to you all, for I know what a great husband and father and grandfather David was to all of you. It has been awhile since I have seen any of you but that did not matter for I have always known if I knock on your door it would have been open. You all have been there for me in the past and I really did appreciate David and his family.
So very sorry, may God put his hand on your shoulders and backs and let you know all is well. My prayers are with you.
Nancy Knight
Charlotte taft
February 24, 2020
Margaret and family prayers to all of you as you all go thru this time of bereavement sorry I can't be there for you but remember I love you and you family because you are family
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Memorial Events
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Feb
26
Visitation
12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Morgan Funeral Chapel & Crematory625 Gilbert Ferry Rd SE, Attalla, AL 35954
Feb
26
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