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1952
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2015
Deborah Atkinson Obituary
May 11, 1952 - January 3, 2015
Jacksonville, FL- Deborah Ann Stephenson Atkinson (born on May 11, 1952 in Valdosta, Georgia) of Jacksonville, Florida lost her thirteen year fight against cancer on January 31, 2015.
She was a 1973 graduate of the Georgia Baptist School of Nursing in Atlanta, Georgia. Debbie married Lance David Atkinson in 1977. She was an exceptional registered nurse who had a heart with an immeasurable amount of kindness, gentleness and generosity; however, she had the integrity, strength and courage to stand up to anyone when needed.
Debbie was a true southern lady who completely spoiled her husband for almost thirty-eight years. She was also a wonderful mother, sister and daughter.
Debbie is survived by her husband, children (Seth and Arvy Atkinson of Pensacola, Florida; Gena and Mike Redding of Milwaukee, Wisconsin; and Jaime and Josh Patterson of Fort Collins, Colorado; grandchildren, Azimveth, Andrea and Audrey Atkinson of Pensacola, Florida; and Christopher and Mikayla Redding of Milwaukee, Wisconsin; and siblings, Jimmy and Daphne Stephenson of Valdosta, Georgia, Becky Plaxico of Naples, Florida, Lynn Revill of Valdosta, Georgia and Jean Murray of Valdosta, Georgia.
A memorial service will be held at the Church of the Redeemer (Anglican), 4815 Executive Park Court, # 201, Jacksonville, Florida on Saturday, February 7, 2015 at 10:00 AM.
In lieu of flowers, please give a donation to the church, hospice or animal charity of your choice.
Arrangements under the care of Integrity Cremations of Jacksonville.
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Memories and Condolences
for Deborah Atkinson
Marcia Stephenson Wilson
February 17, 2015
So sorry for your loss! Debbie was my classmate, basketball co captain with me and a truly great friend/ cousin! Such a sweet person! I know she will be greatly missed!
gordon and cindy sturgis
February 17, 2015
Debbie was always a kind polite person. sorry for the familys loss
Peggy M. Marshall
February 16, 2015
I knew your mother as a childhood friend. She was beautiful on the inside and out - so sweet and nice. I am so sorry to hear of her passing.
Helen and Mike Redding Sr.
February 11, 2015
Lance, Seth, Gena, and Jaime,
Our family was honored to have met and become "family" to Deb as a result of Mike and Gena's marriage. Deb was kindhearted, loving, and one of the best people that we have ever known! We will sincerely miss her. May God bless you and members of your family. Hold on to your memories and let them guide you during this time of sadness. Deb is resting now.
With love,
Mike Sr. and Helen Redding
Gaye Meek, Saitta
February 11, 2015
Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time.
Linda MacDougall
February 9, 2015
Lance, Seth, Gena and Jaime: so very sad to hear of your loss. Debbie was such a sweet person! I always loved her!! Was out past your old house the other day and remembered Debbie riding Aslan and me riding Emin in the field. Great memories! Keeping you in my prayers!
Jean Sellars
February 7, 2015
Lance, I am so sorry for your family's great loss. You will be in my prayers.
February 7, 2015
Lance, Seth, Gena, and Jaime I am very sad to hear of Debbie's passing. She was a great person. She was so kind and nice to everyone. I am glad I got to know her. Lance, you and your families will be in my prayers. Jeanie Brown
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Nina Sala-Gault
February 7, 2015
Lance, I am reaching across the miles and the years to offer my condolences on the loss of your Debbie. She was my best ally and friend during the time we boarded our horses together at Shadowbrook. I will never forget her kindness and her humor. Right now, her spirit is once again riding one of her favorite Arabian horses, free and unfettered.
February 7, 2015
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Debbie. When I moved to Valdosta she was so nice to me and became a friend. She knew of "Lovedy" and not many people did. God bless her and all of your family. Robin Moran Bennett
Doug and Barbara Heatherly
February 7, 2015
Lance,
We are deeply saddened by your loss and our prayers are with you
February 6, 2015
Lance, Seth, Gena and Jaime -- I am so very sorry to learn about Debbie's death. I have many, many wonderful memories of her and your family, especially when our children were small. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers, not just tomorrow during her memorial service, but also in the days, weeks and months to come. May you find comfort and peace in the kind of caring person that she was. Blessings to all of you. Warmly, Debbie Likins-Fowler
Gloria Luallin
February 6, 2015
Lance, Seth, Gena, Jaime and families. This is very sad news. She was always fun to spend time with. Sending special thoughts and prayers for strength and comfort.
karen campbell
February 6, 2015
Lance, Seth, Gena and Jaime and families, so sorry for your loss. I'm so glad I got to know and love the woman she was. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers.
Steve and Pat Hodges
February 6, 2015
We are greatly saddened to hear this news. We remember Debbie and a wonderfully kind mother, wife and friend. Our hearts are with you. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
February 5, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. She was a wonderful friend during our school days.
Marilyn Ricks, VHS Class of 1970
Bill Gillespie
February 5, 2015
Condolences to the family, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Bill Gillespie, Class of 1970.
Ellen Clary
February 5, 2015
I'm so very sorry to learn of Debbie's passing. We shared our growing-up years and graduated from high school together. I have fond memories of Debbie's friendship and visiting the Stephenson's home and spend-the-night parties there. It is my good fortune to have called her friend. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and all who loved her.
Gordon Sturgis
February 5, 2015
Cindy and I send our condolences
February 5, 2015
May the God of comfort be with you at this diffecult time.
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