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Robert Atwater Obituary
Mr. Atwater, a building contractor in the Tri-City area, was an avid fisherman and hunter and a former member of the Union Hunt Club in Surry County. He was a graduate of Prince George High School and an outstanding athlete and letterman in all four sports.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur Charles and Mable Collier Atwater; and his wife, Brenda Atwater.
He is survived by a son, Robert Albert Atwater Jr. and his wife Charlotte, of Cumberland, Va.; grandchildren, Kyle Henry Atwater and Robert Albert Atwater III; three step-grandchildren; sisters, Jeannette Atwater Hudson and husband Jerry L. of Prince George, Jean Atwater Temple of Hopewell, Agnes E. Atwater of Prince George and numerous nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, March 2, 2011 at 6 p.m. in the Hopewell Chapel of J. T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home with visitation to follow until 8 p.m. The Rev. Dr. Ivan Perkinson will officiate. Condolences may be registered with www. jtmorriss.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Atwater
March 3, 2011
So sorry to hear this news. He was a very special person. He built our first new home in Prince George County without a written contract and lived up to every stated promise. A man of great character. Rolland (Peanut) Hazlitt.
Paul H. Brown
March 1, 2011
Bobby and I were good friends for a long time. He and I spent some great times together fishing and hunting. I am so sorry to hear of his death. My deepest sympathies are extended to his family.
Brenda and Bobby Atwater with best friend Grace Michele Garcia "Mike" celebrating New Years together..I love you both with all my heart...Love Shannon
March 1, 2011
Mike Garcia
March 1, 2011
John and I were saddened to hear of Bobby's passing. He was a sweet, kind, dear man. We spent some wonderful times together, especially the trips to Nagshead. While Brenda and I shopped, John and Bobby fished. We all enjoyed a great seafood buffet in the evening, but none more than Bobby. We celebrated his 50th birthday at Nagshead and it was made more special because Alan was there. I am so thankful for these memories. I know he is with Brenda. We miss them both. God bless you, Bobby. Thanks for being such a good friend. Mike and John
Ethel & Marion Dawson
February 28, 2011
Bobby was a true blessing for Brenda. She and I were friends for many years. When Bobby came into her life she was very happy. They were definitely meant for each other. We had some good times together. Now they will be the happy, loving couple they were here on earth. Our prayers are with the family at this time.
Robert Atwater
February 27, 2011
To our loving brother "Bobby", we love you so much and will miss you. We were so lucky to have such a kind, loving brother such as you. You will be missed dearly. Your sister, Jeannette, Jean and Agnes
MARIE MUELLER
February 27, 2011
BOBBY AND I WENT TO PGHS.HE ALWAYS WAS VERY NICE AND FRIENDLY.BOBBY AND BRENDA WERE SOULMATES FOR SURE.HE SURELY WILL BE MISS.MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS FOR HIS FAMILY AT THIS TIME.
james kalanges
February 27, 2011
we're so soory to hear of bobby's loss---we have fond memories of bobby and brenda----they were a lovely couple----we're sure they will be re-united in god's kingdom.our condolences to all who knew and loved bobby----colonel/mrs james g. kalanges
Barbara and J.C. King
February 27, 2011
Bobby was absolutely the sweetest, most gentle man. His Wife Brenda and our daughter worked together for years and were best friends. When she passed Bobby was devastated and continued to grieve. Theirs was a love seldom found and I can just see her smiling when he arrived in Heaven to have him with her once again. He won't be sad anymore.
Paul Burgess
February 26, 2011
I will always have fond memories of Bobby and Brenda. We were neighbors for a while and he was a hard working man that Loved life. I will charish my memories of him and the wonderful times we had talking about life.
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