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Thomas Atchison Obituary
Tom was born in Chicago in 1945. He served in the United States Army, worked as a paramedic, firefighter and ran his own cement finishing business. He served as an officer and detective for the majority of his career, which included the Kane County Sherriff's Department, the Sugar Grove Police Department and the Hampshire Police Department, where he served as the chief of police until he retired in 2009.
He was a loving brother to his sisters, Margie McCullough, Ruthie Caulkins and Katie Frank; and to his brothers, Al and Robert Atchison.
Tomís children, Linda (Joe Pitrone), Patty (Jeff Kramp) and Thomas invite all family and friends to attend a simple memorial service on Thursday, Aug. 29 at Ralph Seyller Memorial Park in Hampshire. The service will take place on at 7 p.m. to allow for the release of Chinese lanterns in his honor.
Friends are invited to bring along a lantern or balloon adorned with their own sentiments to release as part of the ceremony.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Atchison
Tony Graff
September 20, 2013
Sorry to hear about your loss Your Dad was a true caring person and dedicated police officer...a cops cop I am proud to have worked with Tom as a fellow police chief.
Retired Yorkvile Chief
Joe Grady
August 31, 2013
I was lucky to have had the opportunity to work some investigations with Tom. He was one of the many officers of departments other than mine that I could depend on and with whom it was a pleasure to work. I learned some things about police work and about life from Tom. I am certain that my partners would echo my opinion of Tom. He was a good police officer, a good person and a true, American patriot. He endured Vietnam. I will miss him.
Joe Grady, M/Sgt. ISP - Ret.
David Wells
August 29, 2013
I knew Tom from the Sheriff's Department. Our professional paths crossed many times after we both left KCSO. He was dedicated to public service..."a Cop's Cop." I am saddened by his passing and he will be missed by all who knew him.
Charles Budde
August 28, 2013
Tom was not just a good police officer but a true friend
Tom, Mel and Jim charter fishing.
Joe Budde
August 28, 2013
I'm saddened by his passing, he is a mentor, colleague and friend, what a great time we had at KCSO.
Joe Budde Sgt - Ret
KCSO 77'-85'
Naperville PD 85'-11'
Mike Kijowski
August 27, 2013
Sorry to hear of Tom's passing. We worked together in the late 80's. He was a great Police officer.
August 27, 2013
Forever in our hearts and thoughts... till we meet again my dearest brother.
John Stoffa
August 27, 2013
A lot of good memories and fun times were had with Tom. I am proud to have worked with him and known him. He was a truly good person.
John Stoffa SGT - Ret
Kane County Sheriff Office
Marie Clark
August 27, 2013
Sorry to hear of your loss, Your father was a special person, I still remember his name for me (Blackie}. And the picture of the Bull Dog. Love Auntie Ree
August 27, 2013
My deepest symapthy on the loss and passing of Tom. He lived in Hinckley when I became Chief there in 1998. He became a great friend and collegue over many years together in law enforcement. I'm terrinly sorry for you loss.
Retired Hinckley Chief
David M. WAlker Sr.
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