J.R. Atkinson, Jr., age 52, of Blackstone, Virginia, passed away Saturday, June 23, 2007. He was a self-employed painting contractor for many years. J.R. is survived by his son, Charlie Atkinson and his wife, Amanda of Blackstone; his parents, Lula Mae and Jack Atkinson of Burkeville; a granddaughter, Hailey Atkinson of Blackstone; two sisters, Sharon Hollomon of Blackstone and Amy Williams and her husband, Russell of Dinwiddie; stepdaughter, Pam Finch of McKenney; stepson, Todd Atkinson of Crewe; and six step-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a stepson, Michael Atkinson. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, June 26, from 6:30 to 8:30 P.M. at the Joseph McMillian Funeral Home, 1826 Cox Road, Hwy Bus. 460, in Blackstone, and also where chapel funeral services will be held on Wednesday, June 27 at 11:00 A.M. Interment to follow in Lakeview Cemetery in Blackstone. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Nottoway County Emergency Squad, P.O. Box 453, Crewe, VA 23930. Online services available at www.mcmillianfuneralhome.com.
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