Randy Ray Atkins
1955 - 2026
Randy Ray Atkins
1955 - 2026
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BORN
1955
DIED
2026
Randy Atkins Obituary
He was born on Oct. 30, 1955 in Valdosta (Lowndes Co.), GA to Ruth Spikes and Felton Lamar Atkins (both deceased). His siblings include Gary Tidwell (deceased) and Margaret Maine of Hogansville, GA.; one niece, Tina Tidwell (deceased) and three nephews, Mike Tidwell (deceased), Jimmy Tidwell of Rays City, GA and Steve Atkins of Valdosta, GA.
Randy worked at Kimberly Clark when it first opened in LaGrange. Following this he was human resource manager in Spartanburg, SC and for American Home in LaGrange. He was also the owner of Hawaiian Shaved Ice for many years before retirement.
Randy was a member of Faith Baptist Church and Freedom Baptist Church for many years. His passion was church work and outreach. He was a marriage counselor and a "cheerleader" for many pastors and church workers. He also taught Sunday School for many years, imparting Biblical wisdom to those who attended his classes. He will be remembered as a true prayer warrior who always had a listening ear and was a caring friend.
A Celebration of Life service will be held at Callaway Baptist Church on Sunday, March 1, at 3:00pm. Visitation with family will be from 1:30-2:45pm. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Lighthouse Children's Home or Callaway Baptist Church's Children's Building Fund.
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Keith and Norma Lynn Phillips
February 28, 2026
A dear, dear friend and brother in Christ. Not too many come along in our lives like Randy Atkins. He and Debbie have been a gift from God in our lives. Keith and Norma Lynn Phillips
Sandra
February 26, 2026
Randy was always friendly and well beloved. Debbie, I am praying for you and your families.
Sandra Jeffries
Ed Sacco
February 25, 2026
Debbie,
So sorry to hear about Randy's sudden passing. He was such a great guy to work and travel with during our years as independent contractors for the state.
Lawson&Nadine Boyd
February 25, 2026
Randy was a true man of God and a good friend to Lawson and I!! We had good times cruising!! He truly loved Debbie( his bride) and is going to be missed by all!! Praying for you in the difficult days ahead Debbie!!
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Lynn Wrenn
February 24, 2026
Randy was a very, very great man of God
Debbie you were in my prayers.
Frances Tidwell
February 24, 2026
Randy was a good brother to Gary and a good brother-in-law to me. He was a very kind man who cared for others. He will be greatly missed.
Faye
February 24, 2026
Randy, will be missed. Truly a special man.
Always a kind word, a true smile and sometimes a little teasing.
I will remember him every time I try to line dance. Debbie my heart goes out to you . Rip all is well with your Lord.
Faye
Michael Jones
February 24, 2026
Randy is one of the nicest people I have ever met, and was always sincere when he asked "How are you doing my friend". I always got a smile whenever he introduced Debbie as his 'Bride"! My prayers will be with Debbie and his family. Something tells me he'll be one of the first people I'll see when I get to heaven, and he'll greet me with a big handshake and that wonderful smile of his. Amen:)
Patricia
February 24, 2026
Randy was a dear friend and a wonderful man of God!! He left behind many friends and a legacy of what serving the Lord is daily ! Praying for Debbie and all the family!! Love you!
Martha Johnson
February 24, 2026
Debbie my heart breaks for you. Randy was a great man. He loved his fellow friends and was always speaking up at county meetings for us. He was a positive person and you could see he loved his Lord. I will be praying for you. May God wrap his arms around you and give you peace. Love you Debbie. Big Hugs.
ROBBIE SCOTT
February 24, 2026
Randy was my Sunday school teacher for a while always had a kind word and a loving heart..it showed, he will be missed by everyone that lo Ed and new him, see you on the other side buddy
Janet Looney
February 23, 2026
Debbie you are in my prayers and I pray that God will wrap His loving arms around you and comfort you as only He can do. In my thoughts and prayers. Love you my friend if you need anything or help please let me know.
Janet Looney
Susan
February 23, 2026
Oh Debbie my heart breaks for you. Randy was a great marriage counselor and love for our Lord. He will surely be missed. Love, prayers and hugs. Susan Maddox
Donald Albright
February 23, 2026
Randy and Debbie loved to travel.... I loved their reports and updates when they did...... Celebrating his life with some pictures
Donnie Barnes
February 23, 2026
Randy Was A Great Guy! A Great Christian! A Great Mentor! A Great Prayer Warrior! And, A Great Friend! A Man That´d Do Anything For Anybody! I´m Sure Gonna Miss My Friend! Praying For Debbie and Their Family!
Sue crenshaw
February 23, 2026
So sorry to hear this he was a great man, he will surely be missed by all especially at the Active Life center, My heart goes out to Debbie, prayers for comfort and peace
Donald Albright
February 23, 2026
A truer friend no one could have. A loving and compassionate husband and friend is how I will celebrate Randy Ray's life. His love for his Jesus and his wife was exemplified by his life in so many ways; he was an example to follow to get closer to God, by living for God daily always seeking to help those in need. I cannot wait to see him in Glory yet we all must adhere to God's timing. Prayers, Love and Hugs to all his family on this journey they are now on. Celebrate his life is what he told me he wanted everyone to do. Let us do just that .... live with eternity in mind.
Jackie Yarbrough
February 23, 2026
Randy was a wonderful friend and mentor to many. If he ever prayed with you, you felt it. He always lended an ear and his support. I´ll sure miss my dear friend. May God grant him peace and you comfort, Debbie
Love you,
Jackie Yarbrough
Tommy Jeter
February 23, 2026
Randy was such an inspiration to many, a true friend and cheerleader as Debra said. He set the bar high for Christians to follow and discipline others.
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