Douglas Atkins, age 78, of East Bethel died August 29, 2011 at his home. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, September 2nd at West Bethel United Methodist Church. A visitation will be held from 4:00 – 8:00 P.M. on Thursday, September 1st at Strike Funeral Home – Isanti Chapel and also one hour prior to the service at the church on Friday.Douglas Neil Atkins was born August 27, 1933 at the family home in Dyers Corner, rural Bethel, to Neil and Pearl (Pettygrove) Atkins.
Douglas Atkins passed away peacefully on August 29, 2011 at his home at the age of 78 years and 2 days.
Douglas is survived by his wife, Marlene; son, Kevin (Kelly) Atkins of Harris; three daughters, Karen (Randy) Olson of Oak Grove, Kayla (Steve) Rokosz of McDonough, Georgia, Kandi (Jacob) Chavie of St. Francis; 16 grandchildren; two brothers, Donald (Lilah) Atkins, Richard (Karen) Atkins; one sister, Carol (Ed) Egan; and by many other relatives and friends.
Please accept our sympathy for your loss. We have you in our thoughts and prayers.
Tina, Joe and Emma Thompson(friend of Kandi’s)
Marlene, Karen, Kayla, Kandi, and all the kids and grandkids~You have been in our thoughts, hearts, and prayers since we heard of the loss of beloved Doug. Please know that we are praying for you and we will keep you close to our hearts. With all our love, Johnnie, Amanda, Blake and Carter Bartnick.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, for comfort and peace that passes all understanding, as you prepare to celebrate Doug’s life. We are thankful for the years we sat under Doug’s teaching at West Bethel UMC. Take courage, stand firm on your faith. In Jesus Christ there is no end, only renewal. What a blessed family heritage you share.
Marlene Kevin Karen Kayla Kandi Inlaws and Grandchildren.our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of great loss. We will always cherish our memories of Doug and the time we have had with him. Love,Carol
Marlene and family, my heartfelt sorrow and sympathy for you on the lost of your beloved husband and father. You will be in my prayers in the days ahead. Cherish the love of your family and friends and know they are there to comfort you.