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William "Bill" Atkinson
Jan. 25, 1945 – July 18, 2024
MOUNT PLEASANT – William Thomas Atkinson, age 79, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded with the love of family, on Thursday, July 18, 2024.
Bill was born in Racine on January 25, 1945, to the late William S. Atkinson and Lucille A. (nee: Fritchen) Atkinson. He was a 1963 graduate of William Horlick High School. Bill went on to earn his Bachelor's degree from Concordia Lutheran College.
On February 2, 1963, in Holy Communion Lutheran Church, Bill was united in marriage with the love of his life, Penny C. (nee: Peterson) Atkinson – proudly celebrating 61 years this year. Bill dedicated his life to our Great Lord, what a faithful and loving servant. He was truly an example of God's grace.
During his career, Bill worked for Western Printing and Action Air Heating & Air Conditioning. In retirement, he enjoyed working at Taylor Avenue Open Pantry and JC Penney. Among his interests, Bill was a sports enthusiast especially a Brewers & Packers fan; and enjoyed bowling, golfing, fishing, playing cards and had a competitive nature. Above all, Bill was all about his family, affectionately earning the names of honey, daddy, pops and papa.
Surviving are his loving wife, Penny; their children: Deani (Randy) Rendon, Daniel (Donna) Atkinson and Jamie (Frank) Herron; 27 grandchildren; 37 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; sister, Janice Bergstrom; brother, Jack (Cindy) Atkinson; sister-in-law, Pamela (Daniel) Jenista; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. In addition to his parents, Bill was preceded in death by his sister-in-law, Peggy Peterson; and brother-in-law, Melvin Peterson, Jr.
Services celebrating Bill's life will be held in Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Thursday, July 25, 2024, at 12:00 noon. A memorial luncheon will follow. Visitation will be in the funeral home on Thursday from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon. As he was a t-shirt & sweats kind of guy, Bill would want you to come to the service dressed as you are. In lieu of flowers, memorials to "Tunnel to Towers Foundation" which assists families of fallen first responders.
Special note of thanks to Compassus Hospice and pulmonologist Dr. Steven Johnson for the compassionate care and support given in Bill's time of need.
DRAEGER-LANGENDORF FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY
4600 COUNTY LINE ROAD
262-552-9000
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Memories and Condolences
for William Atkinson
J.
August 15, 2024
May God's promise found in John 6:40, of the hope to see our loved ones again, comfort your heart and give you peace, strength, and hope in the days ahead.
Julie DeBuhr
July 24, 2024
Julie DeBuhr
July 24, 2024
Julie DeBuhr
July 24, 2024
Bill Hansen
July 24, 2024
My thoughts and prayers to all the family, Penny,Jamie, Dan,Deanie and all the Atkinson family. Always a beautiful example of family love and support for one another. God bless and comfort you all.----- Bill and Tim Hansen
Julie Debuhr
July 23, 2024
To One of the Greatest Men I had the privilege of being in this world with. My Godfather !!!
Love you and miss your presence!!
God I ask you to be with my family and to comfort them with your love!! Hold them and let them know that you are here for them!
Julie DeBuhr & Family
Candace Lepow
July 21, 2024
I am very sorry for the family's loss.
Mike bohn
July 21, 2024
Aunt Penny sorry for loss. Will be thinking of you and everyone.
Mike, Julie, Noah and Trisha Bohn.
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