Ross W. Atkinson, 72, was born in rural southern Missouri on May 16, 1942.
After retiring from the Kansas Gas Service in Overland Park in 1999, he and his wife settled in rural Allen County.
He continued to raise cattle and the last few years they were all pets and he named each one of them.
Ross passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2015. He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Sue, of the home.
Cremation is taking place. Feuerborn Family Funeral Service, Garnett, is in charge of the arrangements. Memorial donations may be made to ACARF (Allen County Animal Rescue Facility) at 305 U.S. 54, LaHarpe, KS 66751.
Condolences may be sent to www.feuerbornfuneral.com.
Ross Atkinson
