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Eugene Alan Atkins, 75, died Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at his residence. Born January 1st, 1951 he was the son of the late Eugene and Leona Atkins.
His sister, Deborah Campbell (Phil); his nephews, Jeff Atkins (Gloria) and Chris Townsend; great-nieces and nephews, Olivia Drake (Matthew), Emily Atkins, Shelbie Strickland (Devin), Payton Townsend, Raegan Townsend; and his great-great nieces and nephews, Chloe Strickland, Ryleigh Strickland, Jayce Strickland, and Tessa Strickland survive him.
In addition to his parents, his brother, Wayne Atkins preceded him in death.
A memorial service will be 3:30, February 15, 2026 at Liberty Baptist Church with Pastor Gene Gouge officiating.
Please sign the online guestbook on the Memorial Wall at www.jenkinsfuneralhome.net. The Atkins family has entrusted arrangements to Jenkins Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Newton 828-464-1555.
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