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Pallbearers: Brian Atkinson, Isaiah Atkinson, John Silas Atkinson, Jason Ritter, Austin Patrick,
Donovan Atkinson, Wesley Hildreth, and Dustin Atkinson
Ronald was born on September 24, 1947 in Blytheville, Arkansas to the late James Hugh Atkinson and the late Thelma Ruth Atkinson. He attended schools in Blytheville, AR and later graduated from the Police Academy in the 70's. Ronald proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corps for 2 years and was awarded numerous medals during his honorable service such as the National Defense Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Navy Commendation Medal, Marksman Badge, Rifle, and Good Conduct Medal, June 12, 1967. He enjoyed being outdoors any chance he could, mostly going camping and fishing and liked working in his yard. His family meant everything to him and he loved them dearly, especially his grandkids which he cherished. His loving heart and kind spirit will always be fondly remembered and greatly missed by all who loved and knew him. Ronald attended Freewill Chapel Church in Sulligent, AL.
Survived By:
Sons: Brian (Amber) Atkinson, Vernon, AL
Donovan Atkinson, Florence, AL
Daughters: Jennifer (Jason) Ritter, Sulligent, AL
Tiffaney (Wesley) Hildreth, New Hope, MS
Grandchildren: Dustin (Erica) Atkinson, Isaiah Atkinson,
John Silas Atkinson, Mary Brooke Atkinson,
Arleigh (Austin) Patrick, Ansley Jo Ritter, Isabella Atkinson,
Wyatt Hildreth, Chance Hildreth, Greydon Hildreth
Great Grandchild: Jessie Louise Patrick
Siblings: Alvin Atkinson, Osceola, AR
Larry Atkinson, Ft. Worth, TX
Jerry Atkinson, Steele, MO
Norma Hinton, Montpelier, VA
Teresa Tucker, Blytheville, AR
Preceded In Death By:
Parents: James and Thelma Atkinson
Wife: Peggy Atkinson
Sisters: Glenda Smith and Debra Atkinson
Brothers: Mac Atkinson, Billy Atkinson, Edward Atkinson
Granddaughters: Charley Atkinson and Palmer Atkinson
Great Granddaughter: Vanessa Atkinson
Condolences and special memories may be shared with the family at: www.ottsfuneralhome.net
Otts Funeral Home
Sulligent, AL, Directing
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