Friday, September 2, 2022

Douglas Dale Atkins

Funeral Service for Doug Atkins, 54 of Spiro, Oklahoma will be at 10am on Tuesday, September 6, 2022 at Donald W. Reynolds Community Center in Poteau, Oklahoma with Brother Chuck Wells officiating. Burial will follow at New Hope Cemetery in Spiro, Oklahoma under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Pocola, Oklahoma.

Douglas Dale Atkins was born on February 20, 1968 in Fort Smith, Arkansas to Carol Sue (Baker) Atkins and Hoyt Gwen Atkins and passed away on September 2, 2022 in Spiro, Oklahoma.  He was married to Debra Sue (Willett) Atkins on December 21, 1996 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Doug was preceded in death by his parents, Hoyt and Carol Atkins; brother Hoyt Jr.; and nephew, D.J. Anderson. Doug was Owner/Operator of Atkins Asphalt and Paving; he enjoyed horse racing, fighting chickens, race cars, and  being outdoors.

Survivors include: his wife, Debra; children, Destiny Atkins, Dax Bradley, Landon Bradley, Josh Atkins and  wife Coty Beth, Shaylee Baker; brother, Curtis Atkins and wife Jeanna; sister, Rhonda Anderson and husband Ronnie, Brandi Duke and husband Jimmy; grandchildren, Harper, Livi, and Krew; brother-in-law, Johnny Willett; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and loved ones.

Viewing will be at Pocola Chapel from 1-8pm Monday, September 5, 2022.

The family has chosen to entrust the care of the services to Evans & Miller Funeral Home, Poteau, Oklahoma.

 

12 comments:

  1. They say the good die young and that's no lie. Doug you was sissy soul mate. Yall had a love that we can only dream to have one day. You was an will always be remembered as an amazing man to everyone you met. Everyone loved you an You will truly be missed . Rest easy and watch over the family. Love you always

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    1. It’s a true blessing to know how much Doug loved our sister!! I have always admired the way he loved Deb..

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  2. You are going to be missed my friend you are a great guy " pave us a way to Heaven so we can meet again" ...... Joshua Maden. " HIP"

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  3. I am so sorry to see this

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  4. Debbie and Destiny my heart breaks for you both..I'm so very for your loss..you and your family are in my prayers..

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  5. You will never be forgotten
    Betty Jo Fondren Firestine

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  6. I’ve known this amazing man for many many years and he has always been a man with heart,compassion,will power and their will never be another one like him!!! So so very sorry for y’all’s loss……

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  7. So very sorry for y’all’s loss,,he was a very caring,compassionate, and respectful man and their will never be another one like him!!!

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  8. Praying for peace and comfort for you all!!!! Such a good man, always made everybody feel welcome and part of the family.
    -Shae Biggers

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  9. There's not enough words to express how awesome Doug was,now God needs that Angel in heaven.R.I.P.

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  10. Doug I always thought of u as a son..u sure will be missed.RIP .I watch u to grow up .

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  11. I love you bub. Love sis

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