Max Atkinson, 73, of Mountain Home, Arkansas, passed away on July 16, 2022 from a tragic boat accident.
He was born on July 22, 1948 in Fordyce, Arkansas.
Max believed in his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. He built a foundation of faith from an early age and throughout his life would guide others, reminding them to seek God and redirecting them back to Jesus. Max loved his wife, "Baby Girl" Debbie. They were married 22 years. His family was everything to him. He loved his daughters with all his heart, and his 10 grandchildren. Each grandchild has a special memory of their grandad. Whether fishing trips, shooting hoops or receiving life advice - they loved and respected him so much.
He was an avid hunter and fisherman. He loved educating those around him about true conservation, encouraging a love for the great outdoors. Another one of his true passions was coaching. He coached the Lady Bomber Soccer Team to two state championships, alongside his wife, Debbie. For 20 years, Max was the public address announcer for Bomber football, basketball and soccer. He was a true Bomber fan.
Max was well known for his quick wit and sense of humor. "Bubs and Sluggers" were instant friends. He often said, "If You're Gonna Be a Bear, Be a Grizzly". There are many "Maxisms" - words of wisdom that made you laugh and made you think.
He was a vessel of light and goodness with a servant's heart. He served his God, his family, his church, his community and schools, his beloved soccer team and their families fiercely with great love, care and intention. He left a lasting legacy and will be missed greatly.
Max was preceded in death by his parents, Dr. Henry Harrison Atkinson and Mary Maxine Atkinson; and his brother, Al Reed Atkinson.
He is survived by his wife, Deborah Atkinson of Mountain Home, Arkansas; three daughters: Kelly Haney (Trey) of Mountain Home, Arkansas, Suzanne Smith (Dustin) of Conway, Arkansas, and Jennifer Blankenship (Bo) of Tulsa, Oklahoma; two stepsons, Shaun Harms (Lori) and Chris Harms (Amy) of North Little Rock, Arkansas; ten grandchildren: Aidan Mason, Ian Mason, James Harms, Evan Harms, Ava Blankenship, Joslin Haney, Briley Harms, Braylyn Harms, Avery Haney, and Vincent Haney; and his brother, Jim Atkinson (Gayle) of Pensacola, Florida.
The celebration of life services will be held in First United Methodist Church with the Rev. Daniel Thueson and the Rev. Randy Ludwig officiating.
Memorials may be made to the Max Atkinson Scholarship Fund at First Security Bank.
Arrangements are by Kirby & Family Funeral and Cremation Services-Mountain Home, Arkansas.
Visit the online obituary and guestbook at www.kirbyandfamily.com
Published by Baxter Bulletin from Jul. 18 to Jul. 20, 2022.
He was born on July 22, 1948 in Fordyce, Arkansas.
Max believed in his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. He built a foundation of faith from an early age and throughout his life would guide others, reminding them to seek God and redirecting them back to Jesus. Max loved his wife, "Baby Girl" Debbie. They were married 22 years. His family was everything to him. He loved his daughters with all his heart, and his 10 grandchildren. Each grandchild has a special memory of their grandad. Whether fishing trips, shooting hoops or receiving life advice - they loved and respected him so much.
He was an avid hunter and fisherman. He loved educating those around him about true conservation, encouraging a love for the great outdoors. Another one of his true passions was coaching. He coached the Lady Bomber Soccer Team to two state championships, alongside his wife, Debbie. For 20 years, Max was the public address announcer for Bomber football, basketball and soccer. He was a true Bomber fan.
Max was well known for his quick wit and sense of humor. "Bubs and Sluggers" were instant friends. He often said, "If You're Gonna Be a Bear, Be a Grizzly". There are many "Maxisms" - words of wisdom that made you laugh and made you think.
He was a vessel of light and goodness with a servant's heart. He served his God, his family, his church, his community and schools, his beloved soccer team and their families fiercely with great love, care and intention. He left a lasting legacy and will be missed greatly.
Max was preceded in death by his parents, Dr. Henry Harrison Atkinson and Mary Maxine Atkinson; and his brother, Al Reed Atkinson.
He is survived by his wife, Deborah Atkinson of Mountain Home, Arkansas; three daughters: Kelly Haney (Trey) of Mountain Home, Arkansas, Suzanne Smith (Dustin) of Conway, Arkansas, and Jennifer Blankenship (Bo) of Tulsa, Oklahoma; two stepsons, Shaun Harms (Lori) and Chris Harms (Amy) of North Little Rock, Arkansas; ten grandchildren: Aidan Mason, Ian Mason, James Harms, Evan Harms, Ava Blankenship, Joslin Haney, Briley Harms, Braylyn Harms, Avery Haney, and Vincent Haney; and his brother, Jim Atkinson (Gayle) of Pensacola, Florida.
The celebration of life services will be held in First United Methodist Church with the Rev. Daniel Thueson and the Rev. Randy Ludwig officiating.
Memorials may be made to the Max Atkinson Scholarship Fund at First Security Bank.
Arrangements are by Kirby & Family Funeral and Cremation Services-Mountain Home, Arkansas.
Visit the online obituary and guestbook at www.kirbyandfamily.com
Published by Baxter Bulletin from Jul. 18 to Jul. 20, 2022.
Max Atkinson, 73, of Mountain Home, Arkansas, passed away on July 16, 2022 from a tragic boat accident.
He was born on July 22, 1948 in Fordyce, Arkansas.
Max believed in his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. He built a foundation of faith from an early age and throughout his life would guide others, reminding them to seek God and redirecting them back to Jesus. Max loved his wife, "Baby Girl" Debbie. They were married 22 years. His family was everything to him. He loved his daughters with all his heart, and his 10 grandchildren. Each grandchild has a special memory of their grandad. Whether fishing trips, shooting hoops or receiving life advice - they loved and respected him so much.
He was an avid hunter and fisherman. He loved educating those around him about true conservation, encouraging a love for the great outdoors. Another one of his true passions was coaching. He coached the Lady Bomber Soccer Team to two state championships, alongside his wife, Debbie. For 20 years, Max was the public address announcer for Bomber football, basketball and soccer. He was a true Bomber fan.
Max was well known for his quick wit and sense of humor. "Bubs and Sluggers" were instant friends. He often said, "If You're Gonna Be a Bear, Be a Grizzly". There are many "Maxisms" - words of wisdom that made you laugh and made you think.
He was a vessel of light and goodness with a servant's heart. He served his God, his family, his church, his community and schools, his beloved soccer team and their families fiercely with great love, care and intention. He left a lasting legacy and will be missed greatly.
Max was preceded in death by his parents, Dr. Henry Harrison Atkinson and Mary Maxine Atkinson; and his brother, Al Reed Atkinson.
He is survived by his wife, Deborah Atkinson of Mountain Home, Arkansas; three daughters: Kelly Haney (Trey) of Mountain Home, Arkansas, Suzanne Smith (Dustin) of Conway, Arkansas, and Jennifer Blankenship (Bo) of Tulsa, Oklahoma; two stepsons, Shaun Harms (Lori) and Chris Harms (Amy) of North Little Rock, Arkansas; ten grandchildren: Aidan Mason, Ian Mason, James Harms, Evan Harms, Ava Blankenship, Joslin Haney, Briley Harms, Braylyn Harms, Avery Haney, and Vincent Haney; and his brother, Jim Atkinson (Gayle) of Pensacola, Florida.
The celebration of life services will be held in First United Methodist Church with the Rev. Daniel Thueson and the Rev. Randy Ludwig officiating.
Memorials may be made to the Max Atkinson Scholarship Fund at First Security Bank.
Arrangements are by Kirby & Family Funeral and Cremation Services-Mountain Home, Arkansas.
Visit the online obituary and guestbook at www.kirbyandfamily.com
Published by Baxter Bulletin from Jul. 18 to Jul. 20, 2022.
He was born on July 22, 1948 in Fordyce, Arkansas.
Max believed in his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. He built a foundation of faith from an early age and throughout his life would guide others, reminding them to seek God and redirecting them back to Jesus. Max loved his wife, "Baby Girl" Debbie. They were married 22 years. His family was everything to him. He loved his daughters with all his heart, and his 10 grandchildren. Each grandchild has a special memory of their grandad. Whether fishing trips, shooting hoops or receiving life advice - they loved and respected him so much.
He was an avid hunter and fisherman. He loved educating those around him about true conservation, encouraging a love for the great outdoors. Another one of his true passions was coaching. He coached the Lady Bomber Soccer Team to two state championships, alongside his wife, Debbie. For 20 years, Max was the public address announcer for Bomber football, basketball and soccer. He was a true Bomber fan.
Max was well known for his quick wit and sense of humor. "Bubs and Sluggers" were instant friends. He often said, "If You're Gonna Be a Bear, Be a Grizzly". There are many "Maxisms" - words of wisdom that made you laugh and made you think.
He was a vessel of light and goodness with a servant's heart. He served his God, his family, his church, his community and schools, his beloved soccer team and their families fiercely with great love, care and intention. He left a lasting legacy and will be missed greatly.
Max was preceded in death by his parents, Dr. Henry Harrison Atkinson and Mary Maxine Atkinson; and his brother, Al Reed Atkinson.
He is survived by his wife, Deborah Atkinson of Mountain Home, Arkansas; three daughters: Kelly Haney (Trey) of Mountain Home, Arkansas, Suzanne Smith (Dustin) of Conway, Arkansas, and Jennifer Blankenship (Bo) of Tulsa, Oklahoma; two stepsons, Shaun Harms (Lori) and Chris Harms (Amy) of North Little Rock, Arkansas; ten grandchildren: Aidan Mason, Ian Mason, James Harms, Evan Harms, Ava Blankenship, Joslin Haney, Briley Harms, Braylyn Harms, Avery Haney, and Vincent Haney; and his brother, Jim Atkinson (Gayle) of Pensacola, Florida.
The celebration of life services will be held in First United Methodist Church with the Rev. Daniel Thueson and the Rev. Randy Ludwig officiating.
Memorials may be made to the Max Atkinson Scholarship Fund at First Security Bank.
Arrangements are by Kirby & Family Funeral and Cremation Services-Mountain Home, Arkansas.
Visit the online obituary and guestbook at www.kirbyandfamily.com
Published by Baxter Bulletin from Jul. 18 to Jul. 20, 2022.
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