ALMETA MAE ATKINSON, age 82 of Morocco passed away at Rensselaer Care Center on Thursday, October 15, 2009. She was born in Hammond, Indiana on November 15, 1926 a daughter of the late Nick and Ricca (Couse) Ferguson and had been educated at the Hammond Public Schools. She had resided in Morocco for 57 years moving there from Hammond. On July 13, 1952 in Morocco she married Bernard Atkinson. He died on January 31, 2002. She was an Avon Representative for over 35 years retiring in 2007. She was affiliated with the Morocco United Methodist Church and was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary for over 36 years. Almeta helped to start the “Methodist Thrift Shop” and was a former member of the Newton County Home Ec. Clubs, the Bunko Club and served in many church activities. A son, Terry A. Atkinson of Morocco survives. Her husband and parents preceded her in death. Visitation will be held on Monday, October 19th from 5 until 7 P.M. at Steinke Funeral Home Brunton Chapel in Morocco with funeral services at 7 P.M., Pastor Jack Snell officiating. Interment will be at a later date at Oakland Cemetery in Morocco. Family suggests memorials to that of Donor’s Choice.

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