William Lee Atkins Jr.

William Lee Atkins, Jr born in Hanover, VA on October 1, 1939, a resident of Powhatan, VA and graduate of John Marshall High School, class of 1958, went to be with the Lord, Tuesday, October 21, 2025. He was preceded in death by his parents William Lee and Eleanor Glass Atkins.

He is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Gaylor and his three children Billy (Wendy) Atkins, Robin (Chuck) Seward, and Brian (Stacey) Atkins, his grandchildren Crystal (Jimmy) Lunsford, Shannon (Scott) Krasneck, Brandon (Ryan) Atkins, Chad Seward, Joseph (Heather) Cutrona, Scott Seward, Dylan Atkins, Amber (Julian) Maldonado, Dalton Atkins and great-grandchildren Ashley (Austin), Ethan and Josh Lunsford, Kayla and Lexi Krasneck and two great-great-granddaughters Scarlett and Emeri.

Billy, as he was affectionately known, was a shining light in the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing him. His journey on earth was one marked by love, compassion, and unwavering faith in God. His passing has left a void in the hearts of his family, friends, and many more whose lives were touched by him. We ask that you remember him not for the way his life was ended, but for the way it was lived, and for the profound impact it had on the lives of those who had the pleasure of knowing him.

He was a real estate agent and a faithful member of Bethlehem Baptist Church. He was a loving husband, father, and Papa who enjoyed attending the kids' baseball, basketball, and football games, trips to the mountains, and many, many family vacations spent in Nags Head.

The family will receive friends from 12 to 1, Monday, October 27, 2025, at Bethlehem Baptist Church, 9600 Midlothian Turnpike, North Chesterfield, VA 23235 with services immediately following from 1-2, a graveside service, and a reception immediately following in the fellowship hall.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Bethlehem Baptist Church.