August M. Atkins, 69, of Ritchie Rd., DeKalb Jct. passed away Tuesday, July 11th at University Hospital in Syracuse, N.Y. Allen-Denesha Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements. There will be no calling hours or funeral service. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. He is survived by his son, Matthew Atkins of DeKalb Jct. and a granddaughter. Mr. Atkins was born on August 13, 1947 in Olean, N.Y., son of John James and Rosa (McElfresh) Atkins. Over the years he worked as a truck driver, a mechanic, and at his family farm on Ritchie Rd. He enjoyed spending time outdoors and with his family.
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