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Stephen J. Atkins
Stephen J. Atkins
Iowa City
Stephen J. Atkins, 78, passed away, Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2023, ending his battle with Parkinson’s disease. Visitation will be from 3 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 9, at Lensing Funeral & Cremation Service, Iowa City, with remarks at 5:30 p.m.
Stephen is survived by his daughter, April; his son-in-law, Rod Neuzil of Iowa City; April’s mother, Judy Atkins; his granddaughter, Olivia; his sister, Susan Atkins Dlouhy of Rockville, Md.; his life-partner, Karin Franklin of Iowa City; and nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Michael; and his very special grandfather, Mark Rice.
Education is very important to Steve. In lieu of flowers, an educational fund has been established for his granddaughter, Olivia. The complete obituary and online condolences may be shared at www.lensingfuneral.com.
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