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In Memory

Teresa Lorraine Atkins - Class Of 1985

Teresa Lorraine Atkins

Teresa Atkins

Teresa Atkins, 55, passed away at 10:00 am Friday, September 9, 2022, at Memorial Hospital, South Bend. Teresa was born on October 13, 1966, in South Bend to the late Charles and Ruth (McCammon) Atkins.

Teresa lived her whole life in the South Bend area. She graduated from John Adams High School in 1985 and attended Ball State University. She was a waitress at Rocco’s Restaurant for many years. She absolutely adored dogs and cats; and had a deep love for all animals. Teresa enjoyed family camping trips and the beach. She is survived by her son, Liam Atkins of South Bend, and his father, Victor Jonikas of Chicago, IL; sisters, Rachelle (Jimmy) Rogers of Delta Junction, AK and Lisa (Bill) McCarthy of South Bend, and brothers, Eric (Diane) Atkins of Lakeville, Jeffery (Aggie) Atkins of Chicago, IL and David (Meredith) Atkins of Saugatuck, MI.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in honor of Teresa may be made directly to her son, Liam Atkins, to assist him in future expenses. Checks may be made payable to Liam Atkins, 4310 Queens Row, Apt. D, South Bend, IN 46637. Memorial contributions may also be made to Homeward Bound Animal Welfare Group, PO Box 204, Mishawaka, IN 46546 (homewardboundawg.com) or The Meow Mission, PO Box 192, Mishawaka, IN 46546 (themeowmisson.org).

A celebration of life will take place at a later date. Palmer Funeral Home – West Chapel, 2702 Lincolnway West, South Bend, is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.palmerfuneralhomes.com.