Elmer F. "Bud" Atkinson

Bud, was a quality individual with a gentlemanly personality. He was a good Civil War buff and friend.

I was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Bud Atkinson. He was a great asset to the SUVCW and a valiant veteran of World War II. He admitted me to the Anna M. Ross Camp over 35 years ago. He will be sorely missed.
With sincere sympathy,
Barry Kelly

Bud sure was one-of-a-kind...so much fun to be with. Sorry we were not home in time to celebrate his life with you Margaret and the rest of the family.

We are sending prayers to your family at this difficult time. Our thoughts are with you. Kathi and Eric Greger

Dear Margaret - we are so sorry for you and your family...we will miss Bud so much. We feel fortunate to have known him. He truly was a special person. Words cannot express our sympathy.
love always,

Dear Margaret & Atkinson Family & Friends
We at the G.A.R. Museum & Library all wish to express our sincere sympathy and condolences at the passing of our founding president and long time supporter, 'Bud' Atkinson.
He and Margaret, too have been an inspiration to our efforts to preserve the history of the old veterans of the Grand Army of the Republic.
Bud will be missed and we mourn his passing.
May you all be comforted in this trying time.
Sincerely
Andy Waskie

Bud was and always will be the leader of Anna Marie Ross Camp#1, Sons of the Union Veterans of the Civil War - god bless him for all his kindnesses and support he so generously gave to those us to follow him.

Thanks for all of your support and guidance. You will be missed.

Rest in Peace my friend. While we may miss you now, we look forward to that great reunion someday.

Bud had touched many of our lives. His knowledge and wisdom had guided us all. Thank you Bud for all you have done and being a great friend to us all. May you Rest In Peace and may the family find courage and strength in this difficult time.

Bud, thankyou and your wife for everything you have done for the Civil War family. I played with the 28th PA BRASS Band for 14 Blue and Grey Balls. Loved every minute of it. Your a Great man.
Love,
Jack Thomas