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1948
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2017
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John Atkinson Obituary
Tommy is survived by his wife, Robbie Holter Atkinson; daughters, Abbi Jon Marie of Malvern and Summer Thornton Baird (Ryan) of Phoenix, AZ; son, Brandon Thornton of Memphis, TN; grandchildren, Olivia and Evelyn Baird of Phoenix, AZ; his sister, Andrea Atkinson Paul (Roger) of Malvern; step-sister, Luanne A. Birch of Malvern; stepbrother, Brady Auld (Sherri) of Royal, AR and stepmother, Nell Atkinson of Malvern.
Visitation will be Wednesday, March 1 from 6:00-8:00pm at Regency Funeral Home.
Funeral Services will be held Thursday, March 2 at 2:00pm at the First United Methodist Church with Reverend LaVon Post officiating. Pallbearers will be Freddie Johnson, David Hedges, Rod Crocker, John Dugan, Haltom Higgs and David Chaffin. Honorary pallbearers are Dr. Larry Brashears and Doug Young. Burial will be in Shadowlawn Cemetery. Tommy always had a passion for his family and loved helping out with the United Methodist kids. In lieu of flowers, a memorial can be made to Robbie Atkinson to help in supporting his two loves.
Arrangements are by Regency Funeral Home. You may sign the guest book at regencyfuneralhome.com.
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March 13, 2017
May the God of all comfort be with you and give you peace.
George Utley
March 8, 2017
Tommy was one of my three best men in my life. He was the best man at my wedding. He is the Godfather of my son. We have been friends and brothers since his days in Dallas. Over 45 plus years.Tommy was unique in many ways. He always had a comment about anything being said.Terry and I will miss him always. Robbie, Thank you for all things you do. God bless you and the Atkinson Family. We love you all.
Vance Guyse
March 1, 2017
RIP JTA.....
S C
February 28, 2017
Dear Atkinson Family, my deepest sympathy for your loss. May you find a measure of comfort in knowing that your loved one found enjoyment for all his hard work, a gift from God. (Ec. 3:12,13)
Staff of Regency Funeral Home
February 28, 2017
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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