James Robert Atkinson

James Robert Atkinson, 92, of Clarksville, Tenn. formerly of Equality, Ill., passed away on Saturday, August 30, 2014, 7:20 a.m. at the Clarksville Nursing and Rehab in Clarksville, Tenn.  He was born on February 24, 1922 in Equality, the son of George and Essie (Adams) Atkinson.  James Robert married Nellie Koker on September 8, 1945 and he retired as a utility construction worker.  He is survived by his wife, Nellie Atkinson of Clarksville, Tenn., one daughter, Carolyn and Doug Buckhorn,  also of Clarksville; one sister, Betty Abell of Ridgway; two grandchildren, Vanessa and Kristina; and three great grandchildren.   James Robert was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Bessie Wilson and Tessie Hoskins; two brothers, Roy and Bobby Gene Atkinson.  Visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 2, 2014 from noon until service time at 2 p.m. at the Vickery Funeral Chapel in Equality.  Funeral service will be officiated by Pastor Duke Williams with burial at Elmwood Cemetery near Equality.  Internet condolences may be sent at the website, www.vickeryfuneralchapel.com.