of Mountain Home, AR
January 1, 2021
Carrie J. Atkins, age 70, of Mountain Home passed away Friday, January 1, 2021 in Mountain Home, AR. She was born on January 6, 1950 to James and Fern Chaney in Wilmington, Illinois.
She was a homemaker and the mother of four children. She loved working crossword puzzles and jigsaw puzzles. She had a comforting smile and gave the best hugs.
She is survived by her sons: Kenny Collis of Gideon, Missouri, Eddie Atkins (April) of Grand Junction, Tennessee, and Jamie Atkins of Clarkridge, Arkansas and one daughter: Maria Ritcheson (Brian) of Clarkridge, Arkansas; grandchildren: Casey Ritcheson, Cammie Breedlove, Benjamin Ritcheson, Ashley Vue, Amanda Atkins, and Tashia Montgomery as well as 5 great grandchildren; and one sister: Linda Ritcheson.
She was preceded in death by her parents, one sister and her significant other, Larry Atkins.
Services will be held at a later date in Missouri.
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19 Condolence(s)
Lilani Freeman
Thursday, March 16, 2023
The days we would dance to Elvis. She would always make me smile and laugh even when I was sad. Carrie has a special spot in my heart and always will. I will always think of her when I hear any Elvis song or anytime his name is mentioned. I am so sorry for your loss Maria and family.
Jessica (Hill) Counts
Monday, January 25, 2021
Will always be in my memory as Aunt Jamie.
Berny Jerashen Tott-Jerashen
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
I have heard it said that God only takes the Best, well he got one! Love and Blessings to all.
Chrystal Long
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
I will never forget this precious lady.This sweet lady lit up the room with her smile. Her hugs could melt the hearts of the toughest of the tough. I pray god wrap his loving arms around you.
Jessica Gilbert Shipman
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
You will never know the impact your smile and hugs have had on all of us care workers. You were loved by many and will be missed.
Lisa Ashton
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
Ohh my precious Care Bear,so many beautiful memories, late night giggling and dancing sessions, lots of hugs,and so many more.I will cherish every hug and your smile in my heart forever. It was always a pleasure to take care of you .You were a ray of sunshine that could light up any room and are greatly missed.Have fun dancing with Elvis . Fly high Mama Carrie until we meet again .
Dorothy Morrison
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
I am so sorry for your loss. Carrie has been such a precious joy to care for and such an encouragement to me through healing and growth. Her hugs in the middle of the night. Her intuition as to when you were struggling emotionally. So many times I was discouraged and mourning and Carrie would hug me as If I was the most important person ever. Love you.
Lora kidd
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
I had the pleasure have taking care of this Beautiful lady and I will always love her my care bear. â¤ï¸â¤ï¸
Della Rae Garris
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
So sorry for the loss of this wonderful woman Janie Atkins she was always sweet lady with a contiguous smile. She and Larry was such a big part of my childhood and for that I'm eternally grateful. Good people. Love you all.
Teresa Donegan and Troy Patrck
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
I wished that I would have took the time to have met this lady but didn't. But I do love all the family. Our prayers are with y'all.
Hilary Garrison
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
Oh mama! Dance in Heaven to your Elvis lady! You will be missed!!! Love you mama!!!
Betty Youngblood
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
She was my aunt I love her rip
Cherie Lipe
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
It was a pleasure to take care of Carrie from Pine Lane on, even though she couldn't speak to us we knew exactly what she meant and how she meant it.
Her laughs were contagious, her hugs amazing, and her spirit resilient.
I will always have fond , happy memories of our 'CareBear'.
Shelly Galindo
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
My heart is hurting not only for myself, but for my cousins Maria, Eddie and Jamie for the loss of their mom. Janie was a sweet lady, always smiling and loved to hug. One of my fondest memories of Janie was when her and Larry would let me tag along to Current River when we all lived in Missouri. You'll be missed by many, but now you're reunited with the love of your life and so many others. May your wings fly high and you rest high on that mountain. Love you Janie!
Ann Gray
Monday, January 4, 2021
Janie , (Carrie J), has been a part of our family for over 25 years. We were blessed to have her , and Larry & Kids, when her Daughter married our little brother. brian, we all love Janie .and she will always be remembered with love, Ann Gray & Wesley
Alicia Johnson
Monday, January 4, 2021
Eddie and Family. So Sorry to hear of your sweet Mom’s passing. Thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time.
Shawn-N-Jackie Ray
Monday, January 4, 2021
Our condolences go out to Carries children. Having been and continuing to be friends and neighbors through the yrs and changes.
Cyndi Popevis
Monday, January 4, 2021
My condolences to all of this wonderful woman's family. I will always remember her hugs and smiles. She raised amazing children to be like her. I know she is heaven just looking down smiling. Hopefully she gives Jay a big hug for for me.
Laura Watt
Saturday, January 2, 2021
Carrie could light up any room! So sweet and kind! She gave the absolute best hugs! So glad I was blessed to be able to care for her.