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Dakota Atkins
1996-2023
Dakota Francis Storme Atkins, Oct 27th, 1996 – Sept 25th,
2023. He passed peacefully surrounded by his loved ones and was
welcomed home into the loving arms of those who passed before
him.
Dakota was a loving, caring and kind young man, an old soul
who had an infectious smile, but a mischievous twinkle in his eye as
well. He had a soft spot for children and he wouldn’t hesitate to sit
down and play lego, build blocks or play a video game. He had a love
for all animals but especially his cat (his fur baby) Kitters, dogs
Zoey and Pheobe.
Those who knew Dakota, know he was a social butterfly and had
many friends and acquaintances, he loved a good game of chess, old
school online games and watching old movies with Mom. He had a love of
music and when he wasn’t pacing the kitchen he would be dancing in it.
He was passionate about a lot of thing but loved his family
undoubtedly.
He is survived by his mama, Anastasia
“Stacee” Atkins, step-dad, Jeffery Brittain, his two
little buddies, bros and best friends, Logan Brittain and Lucca
Brittain who affectionately called him Chum, they loved him even when
he stole some of their fries or treats for “brother
tax”.
He is also survived by his uncle, Todd Atkins “Uncle
Toad”, Sask; cousin, Maggie “Moss” who he
never got to meet but was proud to share of love of anime with;
honorary aunt, Deanne Maclean (godmother) affectionately known as
daddy dee dee, from the first to the last you will always be her
punkie head and D. Doo; chosen sister and brother, Mikayla Maclean
(Brandon), Eli “fry guy” and a niece on the way
who he was proud to be honorary uncle to both; Dyllan Maclean (Azlyn)
who he was excited know of the little one on the way; godfather, Chad
Snair who showed him how to love trucks, french fries, loud stereos
and AC/DC; honorary aunt, Janice (Sandy) Harris who watched him come
into this world and grow up loving him like one of her own; chosen
cousins, Morgan, Michael, Shelby; honorary aunt, Amber (Simon)
O’Connor Cosh, who would do anything he needed including putting him
in his place when warranted; chosen cousins, Drake, Draven,
Deagen and Lilly.
Dakota was honored to be welcomed into the Brittain/Getson
family by Randy (Vee) Brittain who Dakota enjoyed visiting (especially
at supper); Terrol Getson, who he thought of as granny as
much as Logan and Lucca do; aunt, Juanita (Dino) Askounis Brittain and
cousin, George who he didn’t get to see often but
loved.
He was predeceased by his grandmother, Catherine Atkins whom
he never met but loved to hear stories and see pictures of her; his
poppa, Michael Atkins who he only had for 14 years but loved him every
day of his 26 years; his great-grandmother (Nanny) Helen Boyles, he
was the light of her life, her little side kick and her best fishing
buddy; grandmother, Juanita Brittain.
Dakota had a passion for life and lived it to the
fullest.
Special thanks to the staff at the Aberdeen ER and ICU, as
well as the amazing team in the Halifax Infirmary ICU especially
Daniella, David, Bruce and Kristen. Thank you for the love and
compassion you showed me and my family, you are forever in our
hearts.
“I will love you forever, I will like you for always, as
long as I am living my baby you’ll be” – R
Munich
You made me a mom, I only got you for 26 years and I wish
there were more. I love you my bubba boo and its never goodbye, it’s
till we meet again and I hope that heaven has a smoking
section.
Loved ones will celebrate his life in a private
celebration.
The family ask that anyone wishing to make monetary donations
that they be made to the trust for Logan and Lucca, honoring his love
for them and his deepest desire to assist them in a sturdy foundation
to their bright futures. Arrangements are under the direction of R.H.
Porter Funeral Home, New Glasgow.
19962023
Death notice for the town of: New-Glasgow, Province: Nova Scotia
death notice Dakota Atkins 19962023
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