Shirley Atkins Hartman
May 21, 1951 — March 14, 2024
Shirley Atkins Hartman, 72, of Jacksonville, FL passed away Tuesday March 12, 2024. She was born on May 21, 1951,to David and Edith 'Edee' Atkins. They moved to Jacksonville, FL in the 1950s for warmer weather and to grow their family. Shirley was the oldest of five children, Charles 'Chuck' Atkins, John Atkins, Bethany Atkins and Debra 'Debbie' Atkins.
Shirley attended Wolfson High School, Class of 1969 and was a very proud Alumni. After graduation, she moved to Gainesville, FL where she attended the University of Florida. Sarasota, FL was her next home where she enjoyed the beach life for over 20 years and that is also where her daughter, Casey 'Cece' Hartman Nietz was born.
In 1994, the move was made back to be closer to her family, Jacksonville, FL. Family was very important to her and she was at every family event from Easter, to the Atkins Cookie Day. She never missed a holiday gathering and reveled in the traditions of our family.
She was also a very talented artist. If you were her friend, there is a good chance you have received a personalized birthday or holiday card from her at some point. She was the reason behind her daughter's artistic path. She also began instilling that artistic talent in her grandson Henrik.
Shirley loved being outside, especially at the beach. She loved walking and watching the sun rise, letting the sun tan her skin and smelling the salt air. The only things she loved more than the beach were spending time with her daughter and grandson.
Shirley is proceeded in death by: Her parents, David and Edee Atkins
She is Survived by; Her daughter Cece Hartman Nietz and her husband Luke Nietz, her grandson, Henrik Nietz; Her Siblings, Charles 'Chuck' Atkins, John Atkins, Bethany Atkins and Debra 'Debbie' Atkins; Her Nieces and nephews, David Atkins, Mikey Atkins, Taylor Atkins, Calista Persson, Adara Pappas, Marc Pappas, Andrew Toupin, Pierce Toupin.
Celebration of life will be held at 11am Saturday, March 16, 2024 at Lakewood Presbyterian Church. Donations in lieu of flowers can be made to Beaches Turtle Patrol < https://bstp.net/ >
Shirley attended Wolfson High School, Class of 1969 and was a very proud Alumni. After graduation, she moved to Gainesville, FL where she attended the University of Florida. Sarasota, FL was her next home where she enjoyed the beach life for over 20 years and that is also where her daughter, Casey 'Cece' Hartman Nietz was born.
In 1994, the move was made back to be closer to her family, Jacksonville, FL. Family was very important to her and she was at every family event from Easter, to the Atkins Cookie Day. She never missed a holiday gathering and reveled in the traditions of our family.
She was also a very talented artist. If you were her friend, there is a good chance you have received a personalized birthday or holiday card from her at some point. She was the reason behind her daughter's artistic path. She also began instilling that artistic talent in her grandson Henrik.
Shirley loved being outside, especially at the beach. She loved walking and watching the sun rise, letting the sun tan her skin and smelling the salt air. The only things she loved more than the beach were spending time with her daughter and grandson.
Shirley is proceeded in death by: Her parents, David and Edee Atkins
She is Survived by; Her daughter Cece Hartman Nietz and her husband Luke Nietz, her grandson, Henrik Nietz; Her Siblings, Charles 'Chuck' Atkins, John Atkins, Bethany Atkins and Debra 'Debbie' Atkins; Her Nieces and nephews, David Atkins, Mikey Atkins, Taylor Atkins, Calista Persson, Adara Pappas, Marc Pappas, Andrew Toupin, Pierce Toupin.
Celebration of life will be held at 11am Saturday, March 16, 2024 at Lakewood Presbyterian Church. Donations in lieu of flowers can be made to Beaches Turtle Patrol < https://bstp.net/ >
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