A native of Queens, New York, Bobby was the son of the late Bobby and Irene Atkins. He was a graduate of Katharine Gibbs Institute where he received a degree in Hotel and Restaurant Management.
Bobby was a district manager for Avis Budget rental car company for 22 years before moving to North Carolina in 2008. He and his wife, Rita ran the Avis Budget location at Concord Regional Airport for eleven years.
Bobby obtained his real estate license and worked as a broker for eight years. He enjoyed collecting guns, knives, action figures, and comic books. Bobby practiced martial arts and loved to play golf.
Bobby is survived by his loving wife of 27 years, Rita Atkins. He and Rita have been together for 32 years. Bobby also leaves behind his son, Eric Atkins; and his mother-in-law, Hilde Heiseler.
A service to celebrate Bobby’s life will be held 2:00 pm Saturday, February 17, 2024, at McEwen Funeral Service-Mint Hill Chapel. The family will receive friends following the service at the funeral home.
Memorial donations may be made to American Diabetes Association, Post Office Box 7023, Merrifield, Virginia 22116.