BORN

1922

DIED

2012

FUNERAL HOME

Mohney-Yargar Funeral Chapel, Inc.

142 West Long Ave

Du Bois, Pennsylvania

Kenneth Atkinson Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Nov. 23, 2012.

Kenneth L. Atkinson, 90 of DuBois, passed away on Thursday, November 22, 2012 at the Highland Oaks Personal Care Home in Shippenville, PA.

Born on March 24, 1922 in DuBois, PA, he was the son of Leonard and Mary Grace (Lampey) Atkinson.

Mr. Atkinson was a woodworker and a cabinet maker. He had been employed by DuBois Tool and Electric Supply, retiring in 1987 after 32 years of service.

A 1941 graduate of Sandy High School, Mr. Atkinson went on to serve in the United States Navy, serving in the South Pacific Theatre with Air Group 7 aboard the USS Hancock in VF 7. He attained the rank of AMM 1st Class and was awarded the Victory Medal, the Asiatic Pacific-two stars, American Campaign and the Philippine Liberation Medal-two stars.

Mr. Atkinson was a member of the First United Presbyterian Church, where he had served as a deacon and elder. In 1995 he was named the "Man of the Year" by Presbyterian Men.

He was a member of the Garfield Lodge #559, Post 17 of the American Legion and LORD (Loyal Order of Ruptured Ducks).

He enjoyed history and reading, and was an avid Pittsburgh Pirate Fan and Steeler Fan.

Mr. Atkinson is survived by several nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Helen J. (Daugherty) Atkinson, whom he was wed to for 31 years and passed away on May 7, 1989, two brothers, Joseph and Frederick Atkinson.

Funeral services will be held on Sunday, November 25, 2012 at 4:00 PM in the Mohney Yargar Funeral Chapel, Inc., 142 W. Long Avenue, DuBois, PA with Rev. John White officiating. Interment will be in the Beechwoods Cemetery.

Friends will be received at the funeral chapel on Sunday from 2:00 PM until 4:00 PM.

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November 23, 2012

Chaplain Richard Reuer

I wish to extend to you and to members of your family my deepest sympathy on your loss. May the Lord's loving promises comfort you and give you strength as you walk through this difficult time. On behalf of a grateful nation and an expression of appreciation for the honorable and faithful service rendered by your loved one, if you wish for a personalized memorial card mailed to you with history of playing of taps, 21 gun salutes, meaning of each fold of the flag as a keepsake, please send your request to:

Chaplain Richard Reuer, Honoring Those Who Served Ministry
1206 6th St SW
Minot, ND 58701

Or click on CONTACT ME to email your mailing address for which card be mailed to.

This service is free to all veteran families. I wish to thank you for your serving from one veteran to another - Thanks!

Fair Winds and Following Seas

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