James M. Atkins, age 74, of Jasper, GA passed away Wednesday, June 23, 2021. He was a member of Liberty Grove Baptist Church and had a deep love for them. He served as a Sunday School teacher, song leader, youth leader, choir member & friend. As much as he loved his church, nothing compared to the love he had for his family. He had a wonderful love for love, for life & laughter. James always knew how to get a smile from anyone. He was never without a great story, funny joke or prank.

Funeral services are scheduled for 1:00 PM, on Tuesday, June 29, 2021, from the Liberty Grove Baptist Church with Rev. Kenny Collett, Rev. David Byess and Rev. Casey Richards officiating. Interment will follow at Liberty Grove Baptist Church Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Monday, June 28, 2021, and from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, Tuesday, June 29, 2021 at South Canton Funeral Home.

He was preceded in death by, Parents: Ralph & Ruth Atkins; Sister & Brother-in-law: Jean & J. D. Kirby; Brother-in-law:Terry Bell; Daughter: Rebecca Alcala

Survivors include:
Wife - Jane Atkins
Son - Alex (Kari) Atkins
Daughter - Stephanie Sanders
Sister - June Bell
Uncle - Jack (Faye) Atkins
Aunt - Grace Van Dine
Grandchildren - Nick & Kelsey Alcala, Noah Alcala, Regina Bougher, Rebecca Bougher
Great Grand Children - Nathaniel, Liam, Grant
Several Nieces, Nephews, other Family & Friends also survive

South Canton Funeral Home, dedicated to the families we serve, 770-479-3377. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.thescfh.com