Anthony Sheldon Atkins

Anthony’s Story

Anthony (Boo) Sheldon Atkins Jr., brought joy into our lives on December 28, 1984, a son that blessed his mother Benita L. Bethea and his father Anthony S. Atkins Sr.

He was born in Cleveland, Ohio. In his earlier years he attended Cleveland Public Schools and later he moved to Charlotte, North Carolina to continue his education.

Upon returning to Cleveland, he found his first full time job at Food Lion.

The course of his life brought medical challenges and the stresses associated with them, but through it all, he maintained a healthy sense of humor and he was determined to live his life. He loved his family, friends, and life in general.

In late 2005, he met Eric Pierson and the two shared their lives together as one. 

Anthony maintained employment in the healthcare services working for places such as: Willow Park Nursing Home, University Manor, O’Neil and City View Nursing Home.

TO KNOW ANTHONY, WAS TO LOVE HIM

He leaves to mourn and cherish his memory, his devoted and caring life partner (BY CHOICE)  for 14 Years, Eric Pierson. His parents: Benita Bethea and Anthony S. Atkins Sr. His Stepfather, Bronson Calloway. Siblings: OShay Calloway, Kenji Gray, Antoine Gray, Chris Gray, and Corion Paige. Aunts and Uncles: Wanda (Mike) Williams, John Bethea, Adrian Atkins, (Bonita) Michael Atkins, Marvelyn Atkins, Marvin Atkins, Aaron Atkins, and Gary Black Jr. His Godmother, Laurene “ Rennye” Chapman (Ralph).

Extended family: Ann Nichols, Duana Pittman, Robert Pittman, Carl ( Sharon) Pittman, Calvin Pittman, Raymond Pittman, Marilyn Pittman, Patricia Manley, Patrick Manley, John ( Tequila) Griffin, Robert ( Marquisha), Griffin , Rasheem Nichols, Raeshaun Nichols, Robert Nichols, Robert Nichols Jr., Sharon Fulton, Shanyse Fulton, Urica Davis, Mother in Law, Marla( Jimmy) Pierson-Gatson, Estivon Pierson, Ebony Pierson, Easton Pierson, Ajanii Pierson, Marie, Jafus Berry, Emari Berry, Emoni Berry, Easter Berry, Monique Richards, and his Grandmother, Rita Harrris

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