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Charles Atkins Obituary

age 75, passed away on Friday, December 7, 2018. He was the oldest child of Charles and Mary Lee Atkins. Charles retired from Praxair/Linde and Unilever. He also worked at Orville Redenbacher and Buffington Harbor. He was preceded in death by his parents and great granddaughter Ariel. He leaves to cherish his memories, His loving wife, Clastein; devoted son Mark'al (Cecelia); loving daughters, Tonya (Roberto) and Tashiko (David); granddaughters, Kiara and Jada; grandsons, Devon and Jordan; great grandchildren, Royce and Corey; brothers, Alphonso (Debra) and Reginald (Margaret); nieces, Regina and Alexis; nephews, Randall, Ryan and Alexander; and a host of loving extended family and friends. Visitation 9a.m.-11a.m. Funeral Service at 11:00a.m. Monday December 17, 2018. All Services at the Guy & Allen Chapel, 2959 West 11th Avenue, Gary, IN.

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Published by Post-Tribune on Dec. 14, 2018.

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Sharon Peaches

December 21, 2018

Forever in my heart RIP

LT

December 17, 2018

I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the family. Jeremiah 29:11 assures us God is thinking thoughts of peace toward us; to give us a future and a hope. In the days to come may you find comfort in that hope.

Norman Britton

December 16, 2018

To the family of Charles Atkins,
I met Chuck over 30 years ago. We worked together and became good friends. He was guy always smiling, always willing to give you a helping hand and always gave good advice. I will always remember Chuck as a true friend and he will surely be missed. I will keep the family in prayer.
Norman & Sharon Britton

Belton Lanetta

December 16, 2018

You was a great friend to me and my family you will be greatly missed Lanetta Belton and family

Mary Lewis- Johnson

December 15, 2018

Uncle Chuck, I will never forget all of the caring and wonderful advice you gave me. You will be missed and be in my heart forever. I remember all of the wonderful times we shared. Uncle Chuck you will live forever in my heart!!!!

Jack and Myrtle Mateens

December 14, 2018

To Clastein and family you have our deepest sympathy in the death but heavens gain of your beloved husband. May you find comfort in knowing that others share in your grief and praying for you in the days ahead.

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