Jerald Atkinson Obituary
The memory of Jerald Atkinson of Winston Salem, North Carolina, who passed away on February 26, 2026 at the age of 72, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Aubrey Atkinson and Wyarian Atkinson; and his great-nephew Carter Poelling. He is survived by: his wife Robin Almond Atkinson of Winston-Salem; his daughters, Katharine Moran Atkinson Quince of Portland and Mary Layton "Mel" Atkinson of Charlotte; his grandchildren, Aubrey Quince and Claire Atkinson; his brothers, Andy Atkinson (Ada) and Tom Atkinson (Jill); his sister-in-law Barbara Trent (Don); his cousins, Mike Craig, Rebecca Nicholson, Steven Craig, Cherri Scharnberg, Kathy and Barry Weaver; and his pets, Lois Jane and Ruby Clair. He is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Trellis Supportive Care, Cancer Services Inc. of Winston-Salem and/or the Forsyth Humane Society.
