William "Uncle Billy" Andrew Atkinson, 62 of Covesville Virginia, passed away unexpectedly at his home. Bill was preceded in death by his mother Joan Norvell Verling. He leaves behind his wife of thirty years, Wanda Fay Atkinson. She called him her Knight in Shining Armour. Bill loved helping others, and a good cold beer. He took such good care of his Mother-in-law, Joyce Louise Williams, his Brother-in-Law Carl Williams and his wife Anna. He also leaves behind his very special niece "Pooter" Michelle Simonin and her husband Tim and children Greyson and Rhiley. Bill worked for VDOT for forty-three years and loved his job but hated change. He loved hunting both for deer and mushrooms. He had such special friends. Many thanks to Rev. Burt Corley, North Garden Fire Dept., Albemarle County Police, and John and Karen Shifflett. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to North Garden Fire Department.
