ATCHISON, James L.
Age 78 passed away August 31, 2014. He is preceded in death by his parents, James C. and Beatrice V. Atchison and son, Aaron B. Atchison.
He is survived by beloved companion of 25 years, Shirley J. Ritter; sons, James Atchison II, Andy Atchison (Ronnie Morris), and Dominic (Mandy) Atchison; step-sons, Mark (Linda) Kobus, and Joe Kobus, Jr; sister, Patricia S. Dumbacher (Robert Ittel); brother, Michael L. Atchison; 11 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren, beloved pets, Roscoe, Little Bit, and Smokie; and numerous other dear family members and friends.
James was a proud submarine veteran of the United States Navy. He was retired at the time of his passing; James was an avid astrologer and a radio control enthusiast.
The family would like to thank the staff at Grandview Hospital and Tridia Hospice for all their care; especially, Kim Mathews, Erica Tillman, and Dana Mitchell.
The family will receive friends, Monday, September 8, 2014 from 12:30 pm until the time of services at 1:30 pm at Newcomer Funeral Home, 4104 Needmore Rd.