Ronald E. Atkinson, 85, of Denver. Preceded in death by his wife Shirley Atkinson. Father of Randy & Sherman (Michele) Atkinson. Grandfather of Denisa, Brenda, Jodi, Randy Jr., Ronnie, Chelsea, Ashley & Sherman. Great-Grandfather of 12. Also survived by other relatives & friends. Visitation Monday, 1pm-4pm. Funeral Service Tuesday, 2pm, both at Horan & McConaty Family Chapel, 3101 S. Wadsworth. Interment Lincoln Memorial Park Cemetery, Lincoln, NE. Donations suggested to Hospice of St. John, Lakewood, CO.