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Steve Atkinson Obituary
February 28, 2025
Wichita, Kansas - Captain Steve K. Atkinson, devoted husband, father, grandfather, friend, and retired Captain of the Sedgwick County Fire Department, passed on February 28, 2025.
He is survived by his wife, Bonnie; children, Diane Albert and Timothy Atkinson.
Visitation will be from 6:00 – 8:00 pm, Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at Downing & Lahey East Mortuary. Funeral Service will be at 10:00 am, Thursday, March 13, 2025, at Heartland Community Church.
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Harry Simpson
March 11, 2025
The final bell has sounded, and Steve is responding to the call. Career Sedgwick County Firefighter. Captain. Godspeed Steve.
My sympathies to Steve's family, friends and loved ones.
JH
March 10, 2025
May memories of him be a blessing. Sending condolences and prayers to his family and friends. He will be greatly missed and remembered for his dedication to his community.
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Mar
12
Visitation
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Downing & Lahey East Mortuary
6555 E. Central, Wichita, KS 67206
Mar
13
Funeral service
10:00 a.m.
Heartland Community Church
457 S. Woodlawn Blvd., Wichita, KS 67218
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Downing & Lahey Mortuaries & Crematory - East Wichita6555 E. Central, Wichita, KS 67206-1924
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