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2010. Robert was a huge NASCAR fan and his hero was Dale Ernhart. He is survived by his loving family, wife, Brenda; sons, Robert L. and Kenneth W. Atkinson and Michael J. and John R. Thomley; mother, Dorothea Atkinson; grand-children, Alyce Thornley, Noah Thomley, and Tanner W. Atkinson; brothers, Joseph E. and Benjamin A. Atkinson; sister, Julia A.
Townsend; nieces and nephews, Tiffany R. Atkinson, Trevor B. Atkinson, Austin P. Atkinson and Brian J. Townsend. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert O. Atkinson. Friends are invited to attend a visitation 5-8 p.m.
Friday, December 17, 2010, at the Blount & Curry West Chapel, 6802 Silvermill Drive, Tampa. A graveside service will take place at 11 a.m. Saturday, December 18, at Sylvan Abbey Memorial Park, Clearwater, Fla. Please sign our online guestbook at www.blountcurrywest.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Atkinson
December 20, 2010
Dear Aunt Becky, Ben, Joe and Julie,
There are no words that can ease your pain, but know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Take time to grieve
And yes, to weep
But cherish sweet memories
Foe those you will keep.
Do not forget
Though it now makes you sad
For someday remembering
Will again make you glad.
We know that sorrow
Never entirely goes away
But the burden will grow lighter
And you live from day to day.
Rejoice in the time
That you had to love
And look forward to reunion someday
In Heaven above.
For God knows every heartache
And he sees every tear
And the one that you love so much
The Father also holds dear.
I am so sorry for your loss, Alice May
Aggie Schaffer
December 19, 2010
Aunt Becky, Benny, Joe & Julie our hearts and prayers go out to you at this difficult time. We just heard the news on Friday. I remember the times the family would come to Ohio for visits when Ben & Bob would dive from the willow into the lake. Then they would hang w/ the Schaffer boys and get in trouble. I remember a time when I couldn't tell Ben & Bob apart. When he drove and he was close he would stop and see mom. We are so sorry for your loss. The Schaffer's
Steve Storm
December 17, 2010
I have many fond memories of my teenage yaers with Ben and Bobby. I am sorry that I can't be there to share them in person but know that I am thinking of your family and I will see Bobby in the future and we will be friends in the hereafter as we were in the past.
Steve Storm
December 17, 2010
i have many fond memories from our earlier days. Sorry i can't be there to remember them with you but know that my heart is with you and your family. I will remember Bobby as the fun loving and loyal friend he was and will see him in the future.
Kim Burns
December 17, 2010
Very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you all in this very sad time. We all used to ride motorcycles and boat lots of years ago! I have great memories of those fun times, Kim Nelson "Betts" Burns
cathy dewey
December 17, 2010
Aunt Dorothy and family, so sorry to hear about Bobby. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.....The Deweys...Brad, Cathy and Kari
Lauren Myhre
December 16, 2010
God Bless Bobby , May He Rest In Peace ...XoXo Lauren
Lauren Myhre
December 16, 2010
God Bless Bobby , May he rest in peace....xoxo Lauren
Deborah Cameron
December 16, 2010
Brenda and family, Mandi and my thoughts are with you as well as the rest of the family. This is a very hard time for one to go thru and my heart reaches out to all of you. If he was in pain it is all gone now and I hear it is a better place but I am also selfish when it comes to that because I don't want to let go of my love ones. I know that I only see you at the grocery store but Friday night will talk and maybe there is something I can help you with or just listen. Our hearts are with you.
Debbie & Mandi
Tommy Mansfield
December 16, 2010
I grew up with Bobby and Ben.Though it has been many years since I have spoken with Bobby. I have many fond memories with Bobby. I'am so sad to see Bobby pass away. My sincere sympathies and prayers are with the entire family.
Sincerely yours
Tommy Mansfield
The Woodlands,Texas
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