ATKINSON, Ronald Lee Jr. 51, of Wimauma, FL, passed away after a three month battle with Metastatic Malignant Melanoma on Monday, March 11, 2024. He was born in Bristol, Pennsylvania in 1972, to Ronald Lee Atkinson Sr. and Darlene Atkinson. The family relocated to Lutz, FL, in 1987. Ron graduated from Chamberlain High School, Tampa, FL. Ron had a passion for exploring with his travel camper, an eagerness to learn new things, and a desire to keep his hands busy building or creating. He was well known for being an avid fan of both Star Wars and Legos. Ron was preceded in death by Thomas and Ruth Boyer maternal grandparents, Paul and Mary Sue Atkinson, paternal grandparents, as well as numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Ron is survived by his mother, Darlene Atkinson; sister, Darla Samuelsen (Chad); father, Ronald Lee Atkinson Sr.; half-sister, Anastasia Atkinson; and his beloved wife, Katherine Atkinson; stepchildren, Sasha Morris (step grandchild Noah), Kyle Willey (step grandchild Landyn), and Alyssa Jenkins (Alec, step grandchildren Ezrah and Aubrielle). A celebration of life service for Ron will be held on April 7, 2024, at 1:15 pm at Grace Bible Church at 10309 Raulerson Ranch Rd., Tampa, FL 33637. Friends and family are invited to come together to celebrate Ron's life and share their memories. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Cancer Society at www.cancer.org or through their toll-free number 1-800-227-2345.

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Published by Tampa Bay Times from Mar. 17 to Mar. 19, 2024.

Memories and Condolences
for Ronald ATKINSON

13 Entries

Lorraine C Evans

March 11, 2025

Two things I remember at the moment: 1- when Ron got his hearing aides to see how they might help; 2- shortly thereafter Ron took up playing the drums. Ron was his own person. So many interests attracted him. I miss Ron. He frequently comes to mind. I´m looking for that day when I´ll see him once again. Love you Ron, Lorraine

Victoria Palmer

May 29, 2024

Darlene, This is Vicki Curinga/Palmer. So sorry for your loss. I now live in Florida. (St. Cloud) There are no words to express this type of loss. My prayers are with you.

Victoria Palmer

May 29, 2024

Darlene, sorry to hear this news. I am now in Floridia. This is Vicki Curinga/Palmer. I will say a prayer as I can not imagine what you are going through. There are no words. Please take care.

Lorraine C. Evand

April 8, 2024

Katherine, we´ve never met but I am a cousin of Ron´s the tutor who work with Ron for many years after he lost his hearing. I love Ron. I couldn´t begin to list all his qualities. However, I writing to share in your grief and sorrow with HOPE. Thank you for assisting Ron to come to Jesus for LIFE eternal. I wanted to be at his celebration of Life but I live in SE, PA and am unable to travel. My brother, Lloyd, tells me that the service of Celebration was absolutely outstanding. Thank you for coming into Ron´s life. Loving him, helping him, being an example to him, and so much more. God´s richest blessings be yours as you walk with Him in the days ahead. Shalom, Lorraine C. Evans

Lorraine C. Evand

March 22, 2024

Ron was a very special person from childhood through his adult life. He had and always will have a special place in my heart. I´ll miss you Ron but I suspect I´ll see you sooner than later.
Darlene & Darla, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love,
Lorraine

Aretta Martin

March 20, 2024

My condolence to Ron's family.

Marijo Hoecker

March 20, 2024

My condolence to Ronald Lee Atkinson. Jr.'s family. May he rest in peace. We are grateful to have him while he lived in the earth for 51 years!. I have learned a lot from Ron's Journey thru Facebook and YouTube that he educated us.

Judy silvestro

March 20, 2024

My prayers and thoughts are with Ron and his family. Ron has educated me about his journey.

Brenda Robertson

March 18, 2024

I am very sorry for your loss. I am praying for you and the family in my thoughts . I am from Mobile, Alabama

Holly Faith Perkins

March 17, 2024

I pay my respects to his wife and family and friends and rip Ron Atkinson

Marsha Arrington

March 17, 2024

I am glad met him first time to know him in person listen his story about his life experiences cancer battles not easy I felt bad he young had glad he had support his side wife and children be there comfort him I pray his family faith and strong for him no more pain anymore suffer go fly home !

Emily Clark

March 17, 2024

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

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