Roger Atkins, 65 of Kennett Square, Chester County, PA passed away on January 16, 2021 surrounded by loved ones. His last hours were filled with joy and peace. He is survived by his children, Irene, William and Amber and their extended families. Roger loved his family and had an amazing bond with his siblings, Bonnie, Daniel, Faith, Barbara and Stephen and their extended families. Roger also had extended family with the Miceli’s, including Guy, Karen, Dana and their families.
Roger’s professional career spanned five decades as he devoted himself to civil service, working in various social work capacities. Most recently he managed the processing, placement and coordination of benefits to those with developmental challenges and conditions. His sense of purpose to do what was right for those in need of guidance was unwavering. Roger graduated SUNY Oswego with a Bachelor of Arts degree.
His faith was his rock throughout his life. He was an active member of Westminster Presbyterian of Wilmington, DE serving as a Deacon. God blessed Roger with a one-of-a-kind musical talent and with a voice that was truly special. He loved to sing and make music particularly as a tribute to his faith and in the church setting. Anyone who was fortunate to hear his talents and passions were truly changed forever by the experience. He also devoted his musical talents and time to many other choirs and ensembles.
Ultimately, there was no one with a greater capacity to love and be in the present moment than Roger. Those surviving him will miss the effervescent bright light that defined him and wrapped you in his life force. He was always “genuinely himself” and always with a huge capacity to care and heal.
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