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Gary Atkins Obituary
Gary Brian Atkins, age 47, formerly of Lyons, IL, passed away October 7, 2016 in San Diego, CA . Gary was the son of Charlie C. and Barbara A. Atkins of Lyons, IL
Survived by brother, Michael D. Atkins of Brookfield; daughter, Brittany Atkins of Brookfield, sons, Brian Atkins of Lyons, Brandon Atkins of Brookfield, Jeremy Atkins of Lake Zurich; grandson, Theo Atkins of Brookfield; and niece, Daniella Atkins of Brookfield.
Memorial service will be held at Brainard Ave Baptist Church, 6251 S. Brainard Ave, Countryside, IL on November 19, 2016 at 11:00am. Pastor Dustin Coleman officiating.
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Rosemarie Marousek
June 24, 2021
My kids Jillene and Billy did competitive swimming with Gary and Michael. I am so very sorry for your loss.
November 16, 2016
It is especially heartbreaking losing somone still so young. I hope you can find comfort in the words at Psalms 37: 9-11 & 29.
With deepest sympathy
J. Mitchell, Chicago
Naomi
November 16, 2016
You have my deepest sympathy. May the God of all comfort be a source of true strength and comfort for you.
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