Mr. Atkins died on October 11, 2007 in San Francisco after an extended illness. He had made his home in San Francisco since 1975 after moving there from Fulton where he was co-owner of Atkins Motor Sales for several years. He graduated from Vanderbilt University in 1954 and served in the U.S. Army for two years following graduation.
He is survived by 2 sisters- Carolyn Reams of South Fulton, TN and Jean Sensing of Fulton, KY; two nephews, three nieces, and several great nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents,Walter Smith and
Catherine Fields Atkins.
Expressions of sympathy may be given to the : First United Methodist Church 200 Carr St., Fulton, KY 42041 or Fulton Public Library 312 Main St., Fulton, KY 42041.
Memorial Graveside services will be held on Saturday, December 1, 2007 at 2:00 p.m. at the Fairview Cemetery in Fulton. Friends are invited to attend. The Rev. Dr. Tim Atkins, minister of First United Methodist Church in Fulton will officiate.