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Scott was born in Millport, Alabama on November 19, 1934, to Mae and Roy Atkins. He was educated in the Birmingham public school system. Upon graduation from Ensley High School, he joined the Marine Corps and played football for the Memphis Navy. After leaving the Marines, he attended Auburn University on a football scholarship until an injury ended his football career. He transferred to the University of Alabama and received a Bachelor of Science degree and an L.L.B. degree from University of Alabama Law School.
Scott practiced law in Tuscaloosa until he was appointed Assistant U.S. Attorney with the Department of Justice for the Northern District of Alabama. He also served as Assistant Attorney General for the State of Alabama, Executive Assistant to the Alabama Highway Director, and Deputy Commissioner at the Alabama Department of Mental Health and Retardation. He practiced law in Tuscaloosa and Centreville and served as Municipal Judge in Centreville and as the Bibb County Assistant Prosecutor. He was President of the Exchange Club and also a member of Delta Chi Fraternity.
Scott is survived by his wife of 53 years, Nancy Bennett Atkins; his daughters, Anne Atkins and Laura Atkins Manning and her husband, Michael; his sons, Dr. L. Scott "Tosh" Atkins and his wife, Missy, and Stewart Patton Atkins and his wife, Amy; his grandchildren, Hunter Atkins, Austin Atkins, Abbie Atkins, Raegan Atkins, Bennett Atkins, Matthew Atkins, Cole Manning, Courtney Manning, Grant Atkins, Katherine Atkins, Kayleigh Atkins, and Lindy Atkins; his brother, James Stewart Atkins and his wife, Martha; and a multitude of family and wonderful friends.
Scott was an avid outdoorsman and loved hunting, fishing, riding motorcycles and horses, and spending time with family and friends.
Memorial services will be 6 p.m. Thursday, March 21, 2013, at First Baptist Church with Northport Funeral & Cremation Service in charge of arrangements. The family will receive visitors prior to the service at the church.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Hospice of West Alabama, 3851 Loop Rd., Tuscaloosa, AL 35404; or The Rise School, P.O. Box 870305, Tuscaloosa, AL 35487.
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Shelley Milner
March 14, 2023
So sorry for your loss Stewart, Tosh and Laura! Prayers for peace at this difficult time.
March 26, 2013
So sorry for the family of Mr Atkins, he lived life to the full even then we still die...but death is only the begining of it all because Jesus said he will call and the dead will answer so stay close to the word for lasting comfort
Ron & Kathleen Hughston
March 25, 2013
Prayers and hugs for the Atkins family.
Shelley Milner
March 25, 2013
Thinking of you all during this difficult time. Cherish your memories!
Monty and Kathleen Crook
March 24, 2013
Nancy, so sad to hear of Scott's passing. Our family has so many memories of being neighbors. Will never forget the flea bitten dog you found and gave to Katie, who was so thrilled to finally get a dog. Scott just howled when we, of course, could not refuse. Scott always had a twinkle in his eyes. He will be missed.
Todd Atkins
March 22, 2013
I just want to extend my sympathy and respects to my Aunt Nancy and all my cousins: Tosh, Stewart, Laura, Anne and all of their extended family. I didn't get to see Scott as much as I would've liked but he was always very nice to me when I did. I am very saddened to hear of his passing but proud to see that so many appreciated him for the things he did.
Gerald & Jo Hill
March 21, 2013
So sorry to lose my childhood friend. I always looked up to Scott, he was a man's man. God bless the Atkins family.
March 20, 2013
Nancy and Family, It is hard to remember Scott without thinking of the "good Old days", the Baker School days and the Ensley High days, the many miles traveled riding double on a Cushman motor scooter. Scott was a true friend and I will miss him forever. Jim Coleman
Richard & Cheryl Newman
March 20, 2013
Nancy and family,
Cheryl and I were very sorry to hear about Scott, a wonderful friend and next-door neighbor for many years.
Jan McAnally
March 20, 2013
Dr Atkins and Missy, I am so sorry for your loss. May GOD bless you and your family during this hard time.
Josephine Johnson
March 20, 2013
Nancy, I am sadden to hear of Scott's passing. There are so many early memories of Scott and your family. I can't begin to count them. He was so helpful to my Mother when she needed an attorney. I don't believe she charged her a cent. Just like Scott. I remember Jimmy and I were at your house quite a lot. I remember the first green bean casarole I ever had was when you made it and we all went to the movies afterwards. Jimmy and I loved going to Bama ball games with you. You have a wonderful family and I know Scott will be missed greatly by them. You and your family are my thoughts and prayers. Jo Johnson
Judy Bueno
March 20, 2013
Stewart, Amy, Mrs. Atkins and family,
I am saddened to hear of Mr. Atkins death, but you remain in my prayers and thoughts.
March 20, 2013
To the Atkins Family,
I am honored to have known and shared fellowship with Scott over the years and know you much you all will miss such an energetic, funny and intelligent man. May God grace you with comfort and happy memories.
Always,
Sandra Stewart Baker
March 20, 2013
Scott will always be remembered as a very good man, good lawyer and loving father to his children. He will be missed by all who knew him. Scott is to be admired for the way he faced his last days, caring more for Nancy and his family than for his own existence,
Joanne (Zales) South
March 20, 2013
Nancy, I am so sorry for your loss. I will miss seeing Scott at our reunions. My prayers are with you and your family.
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