of Mellwood, AR
June 4, 1927 - October 31, 2016
Graveside services for Johnny Atkinson of Mellwood, Arkansas will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, November 3, 2016 at Sunset Memorial Park in West Helena, Arkansas . The family will greet friends Wednesday evening, November 2, 2016 from 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home in West Helena.
Johnny was born June 4, 1927 to Ella Mae and Authur Atkinson in Louisville, Mississippi. He was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandpa, brother, and friend. He was a retired farmer and he loved nothing better than to get in his boat, catch fish and fry them up for his family. Many memories were made sitting around a big pan of fried fish. He was a member of the Elaine Church of God.
He is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Sylvia; 2 daughters, Janie Jones (Johnny) and Johnnie Fridell (Tommy); 4 grandchildren, Timothy Jones (Holly), Jeremy Jones (Katie), Amanda Lee and Brandon Caery; 2 step-grandchildren, Elizabeth Alvarez (Alex) and Jennifer Rotondaro (Paul); 8 great-grandchildren and 3 step-great-grandchildren; 3 sisters, Ruby Lynch, Billie Rigsby (Bill) and Hilda Pruitt; and a longtime friend and care-giver Kathy Hall.
He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Horace Atkinson; 2 sisters, Lee Slavens and Lula Shepard; and a son, Alfred Atkinson.
Roller-Citizens Funeral Home in West Helena will direct (870) 572-2571.
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14 Condolence(s)
Perry and Lisa Tidwell
Thursday, November 3, 2016
We are so sorry for your loss. Mr Johnny was a good man and we will miss him.
Kathy Snowden Ragsdale
Wednesday, November 2, 2016
My dear sweet friend Johnnie,
My heart breaks for you and your family...But we know that he is in a much better place and no longer in pain....I am so sorry for your loss and heartache...My thoughts and prayers are with you all.....May God Bless You All
Love you,
Kat
Dallis Miller
Tuesday, November 1, 2016
Sorry to hear of his passing. I am proud to have known him as a friend. He was a good man and will be missed by all who knew him.
Fisherman's Prayer
God grant that I may live to fish for another shining day,
But when my final cast is made, I then most Humbly pray,
When nestled in your Landing net as I lay Peacefully asleep,
You'll smile at me and judge that I am Good enough to keep.
mary ann blanton
Tuesday, November 1, 2016
I am sorry for your loss.I just saw obit in paper. May God comfort you during this time as only He can. Your family means a lot to us.
Prayers for all,
Mary Ann Blanton
John Wildberger
Tuesday, November 1, 2016
Ms Sylvia and family, I am truly sorry for your loss. Mr. Johnny was a fine man and I admired his soft spoken demeanor. He will be certainly missed. May God's blessings be with you and bring comfort to you. John Wildberger
Linda Jacks
Tuesday, November 1, 2016
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Roland & Clara Williamson
Tuesday, November 1, 2016
Sorry to hear of Mr. Johnny's passing. May God's grace and comfort be with each of you at this sad time.
Dr. Anna Shannon
Tuesday, November 1, 2016
I was very sorry to hear of your loss, Brother Johnny you and my sister Ms. Janie and your family will be in my prayers. I love you both and miss you. Remember my brother and sister that you all are in good hands, because you all are in God's hands. Peace I give you now and always. God loves you all and I do to.
Dr. Anna Shannon.
DENICE VON KANEL
Monday, October 31, 2016
May the Lord wrap his arms around this sweet family as they mourn the loss of this kind man.
Jackie & Gail Crafton
Monday, October 31, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you. Many great memories to hold on to and cherish. Love to you all.
Curtis & Vicky Crisp
Monday, October 31, 2016
So sorry to learn of Mr. Johnny's passing away. He was always a pleasure to visit. We will be Praying for all the Family.
Jeff and Karen Kornegay
Monday, October 31, 2016
Prayers and heartfelt care and sympathy. Love to you all.
William and Lexie Hires
Monday, October 31, 2016
So sorry for your loss, will be praying for you family.
carolyn richardson
Monday, October 31, 2016
So sorry for your loss. My prayers are with all the family.