J. T. Morriss & Son Funeral Homes

Atkins, Jeremy Wayne

Saturday, October 11, 2008

Jeremy Wayne “Styles” Atkins, of Hopewell, VA departed this life Saturday, October 11, 2008 in John Randolph Medical Center. He was born in Conroe, TX on March 20, 1987. Jeremy was preceded in death by his biological father, Jewell Atkins and his grandparents, Bob and Betty Lee Brown. He was a graduate of Hopewell High School, where he played football, attended Richard Bland College and was employed with Holiday Inn Express as a front desk clerk. He is survived by his loving parents, Phyllis Parker and Bobbie Brown of Hopewell; grandparents, Bill and Martha Gates and Byron and Julia Parker, all of Texas; aunts, Billye and Brandi Gates, Brenda Hill, all of Texas and a devoted aunt Julie Lee of Charles City, VA, uncles, P-Nut Parker and Alan Parker, both of Texas, a devoted uncle Tim Lee of Charles City, VA.; cousins, Robin, Trish, Christian, Kodey, Mathew, Christopher, Jason, Gail, Liz, Adam, Donnie and Mary, all of Texas, Alex, Aron, Rashell, Dominique, MayMay, Daniel, Shanell, Whitney, and Desiree all of Charles City, VA; a loving girlfriend, Joy Melon. As you all know, Jeremy and Phyllis were from Texas and had no family in Hopewell. There were many special friends who were his family and Phyllis wants to thank the following family and friends for helping to mold Jeremy into the man he became. You accepted Jeremy into your homes and your lives and loved him as your very own. Among them are, Mary and Pat Mazzie, Debbie, Peanut and family, the Skeet Stanley family, the Keith Hedgepeth family, the Rainwater family, Charmayne and Coleman Jones, ViaMay and Gail, the Bujakowski family, the James family, Becca Aultman, Vick, Willie, Trey, Slick, Skeet, Booj, Rodney, J. Brown, Mike P., Toote, Treeze, Jordan, Jamonte, Pat, T. J., Jake, Branson, Eric, Tray R., Trey, Ro, DayDay, Tony T., Bingham, Boobie, Terrell, J.P., Elliott, Weenie, C.J., Peter Eliades, Mary Beth Mazzie and many, many more. The family will receive friends Friday, October 17, 2008 from 4:00 to 7:00 PM in the Hopewell Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home & Cremation Service. A funeral service will be held in the funeral home chapel on Saturday, October 18, 2008 at 11:00 AM with the Rev. Joey Bohatec of Christian Life Worship Center officiating. Interment will be in Appomattox Cemetery. A reception to honor the life of Jeremy will be held at the Hopewell Optimist Club, 1400 Lynchburg Street, Hopewell, VA.. Condolences may be registered with www.jtmorriss.com

RIP STYLES till we meet again. I love you bro!!There are no words that can expalin how everyone is feeling right now all i can say is that i am very sorry joy and phyllis for the lost of Jeremy but yall know that he wouldnt want us to me crying and haveing all this sad faces but he would want us to be happy and have happy faces and enjoy the life that was cut short from him i know he would so please dont do it for yourself but do it for him he deserves that much i love you guys please call me for anything 398-1670

Posted by: nina mazzei at October 21, 2008 06:29 PM

Joy and Jeremy's family & friends,
We were so saddened to hear the news of your loss. We are praying for you during this horrible time in your life and our thoughts are with you.

Posted by: Debi & Bobby Leitch at October 20, 2008 03:04 PM

Phyllis and Joy our thoughts and prayers are with you. The little we knew Jeremy he was a nice young man and he made Joy happy as she could be. Even though he's not here with us anyone he'll remain in our hearts always. rip jeremy!

Posted by: Brittany and Jake at October 17, 2008 06:20 PM

Phyllis, Joy, and everyone affected by the loss of Jeremy:
There are not any words that anyone can say that will take away the pain of losing Jeremy, but just remember the joy and laughter that he has brought to everyone he's ever met or been around! Though he is not here with us now, he will remain in our hearts forever! Joy; I couldn't even imagine the pain you are going through right now, this has definitely got to be one of the hardest things in life to go through, just know that he's your Guardian Angel and he will always be watching over you! You, Phyllis, and his boys are all in my thoughts and prayers!

Posted by: Melissa G. Faulkner at October 17, 2008 05:38 PM

Stals, I just dont what to say or even how to start this. You were a great person. He loved everyone, and he always had a smile on his face and a new pair of jay's on his feet. That's was just Stals and how he would do things. Dressed to impress always!! You were such a wonderful person we all loved you very, very much! We had some really good times together, partying at Haileys with you was the best :) You were such an inspiration with your attitude and you touched so many lives. One thing everyone knew is you were CRAZY and You were very special to ALL OF US All the girls and all your boys! My thoughts and prayers go out to Phyllis and Joy during this hard time. Please know that im thinking of each of you and even though theres nothing i can say that will take the pain away, just let your memories help guide you along the way.

Posted by: Heather Naulty at October 17, 2008 01:10 PM

I first met Jeremy when he was in the 8th grade, he played JV football with me. Even tho he was young, he was one of our best players...I remember when we won the Regional Championship my senior year how hard we partied afterwards!!! You were a good teammate and a better friend..My thoughts and prayers go out to your family and all of your friends that were affected by your passing...RIP STALLION!!!

Tino Williams

Posted by: Tino Williams at October 17, 2008 10:56 AM

Phyllis, Joy, and all the boys.. I am so sorry about yalls loss... I can remember Jeremy back in 6th grade and boy did he change... he had a great heart and was always there for his friends if they needed him. He was a great person and I will always hold the memories I have of him close to my heart. I miss him so much and I know this is hard for all of you but just know that he will ALWAYS be a part of every one of yall. If you need anything at all just let me know. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. <3

Erin Jimison

Posted by: Erin Jimison at October 17, 2008 09:23 AM

I would like to express my deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Jeremy Atkins. I went to Hopewell high school with Jeremy and he was a joy to be around. He always knew how to put a smile on my face. I will miss him dearly and I know he will be watching over all of us until we are able to be with him again.

Joy, I can't imagine how much pain you must be feeling but know that I am always here if you need anything. Stay strong and God bless.

Gina Sharp
rsharp09@vt.edu

Posted by: Regina Sharp at October 16, 2008 07:45 PM

For Joy,

This is so heartbreaking to know the sorrow you are going through now.
We wanted you to know that you are in our hearts and prayers, and you are so very much loved by all of us.

With all our Love and
Sincere Sympathy,

The Parnell Family

Posted by: Jordan, Dennis and Donna Parnell at October 16, 2008 07:30 PM

Even though Styles and I only knew each other for a year and a half, he was a really cool person to be around. You could rarely catch him with a mean look on his face. Iam going to miss not seeing him in my class any more, my heart and blessings go out to all his family and friends. God bless.

Posted by: sean alston at October 16, 2008 06:58 PM

Phyllis, joy , and his boys, Words cant explain the pain of losing a loved one. Im so sorry this tragic loss had to happen, Ive known jeremy for a while now and im gonna truely miss him!!! Jeremy was one in a million , he always stayed fresh, that boy could dress his ass off and he was a joy to be around! always smiling whenever i saw him. even though your gone you'll NEVER be forgotten!! On angels wings you have flown to join your dad in your eternal home.......love you Styles

Posted by: Brittany Cintron at October 16, 2008 03:16 PM

To Phyllis & Bobby, I'm very sorry to hear about Jeremy. I remember when he first came from Texas & we used to live down the Bluffs. I also remember him coming to the Barber shop all the time & keeping a fresh round-up. He will be missed by a lot of people. RIP Jeremy

Love Webb Family

Posted by: Krysti Webb at October 16, 2008 02:55 PM

I am so sorry for your loss..i cant express in words what i feel..he would annoy me so much at times , when he would call my house 50000 times when Joy was with me...lord i wish he would call me now...love you all...you are in my prayers..the lord will take good care of him and you and your Family..
Love you Omi

Posted by: OMI at October 16, 2008 09:18 AM

Phyllis and Joy I am so sorry to hear about your loss,Jeremy was such an outgoing person and his smile always brightened up the day. I remember being in Broners class and just joking and having a good time and he was always making us laugh. Joy i've known you since elementary and I feel just as close to you now as to back then im sorry for your loss. I pray that you will stay strong and keep your heads high. RIP JEREMY
Love,Tiffany McRae c/o 05

Posted by: Tiffany McRae at October 15, 2008 06:10 PM

Phyllis, Joy and friends of Jeremy:
Our deepest sympathy and prayers go out to each of you at this tragic time. Styles had a great group of friends and families that loved him like a brother! Please know that we are thinking of each of you and even though nothing we can say can take the pain away, let your memories help guide you along the way. Stay strong and keep him close to your heart

Posted by: Kimberly (sanford) and John Walker at October 15, 2008 02:34 PM

Dear Bobbie and Phyllis, There's very no words to take away the hurt and pain. I just want you to know that you and the family have our deepest sympathy and are in our prayers.

Posted by: Larry and Claudine Clark at October 15, 2008 09:40 AM

Phyllis, Bobbie and family, I know there are no words that can be of much comfort now. I pray that you can find some comfort in knowing that your family and friends are thinking of you all, and praying for you.

Posted by: Claudine Clark at October 15, 2008 09:21 AM

im very sorry for yalls lost and he was way to young for this to happen. I played football with him. I have been to iraq, djibouti, and afghanistan and i just think its sad for someone to die the way he did for no reason. so again im sorry.

dustin wayne bennett

Posted by: dustin bennett at October 14, 2008 10:08 PM

I am a friend of Shanell & Daniel. I am so sorry for the lost of Jeremy I didnt know him that well, but I knew he was a wonderful person to hang around. My paryers are with the family of the beloved JEREMY!

Love always,

Brittany

Posted by: Brittany Miles at October 14, 2008 07:57 PM

During the little time i known jeremy which was when we attended high school there was never a dull moment being around him he always made someone laugh even me when it seemed like i had a rough day. When i saw him riding around town he always waved or said hi. When i heard of the news i couldnt believe he was gone.
May god be with his family during this of sadness and they remember that even though he is not here in our presence he's here in our hearts

Posted by: Shameka Byrd at October 14, 2008 07:44 PM