Freda Levonne Atkins

February 2, 1955 ~ June 27, 2014 (age 59)

Obituary

Freda Levonne Atkins was born on February 2, 1955, in Sydenham Hospital, Harlem, New York to Lillie Katherine Jones and the late Horace Canady.

Freda received her formal education at Hawkins Elementary and East Side High. She furthered her education at Hunters College in New York, NY.

Freda was a faithful and dedicated employee. She was employed by Newark board of Education for 20 years, and spent the last years of her employment at Apac customer service.

Freda was united in holy matrimony with George Atkins on February 14, 1976. Their union was dissolved in 1982.

During Freda leisure time, she enjoyed reading various books ranging in multiple genres. Freda had a passion for the great book of the Lord in which she dedicated a lot of time studying her bible. Freda enjoyed taking care
of her children which were her dogs. Freda loved animals and provided them with nurturing and love. Freda enjoyed spending time with her family and attending various events for her nieces and nephews.

Freda Levonne Atkins departed this life on Friday, June 27, 2014, at UNC Hospital in Chapel Hill, NC. She is preceded in death by her father Horace Canady, stepfather Roland Hayes Jones Sr. and one brother Roland Hayes Jones Jr.

Left to cherish her wonderful memories are: mother Lillie Jones of Greensboro, NC, sister Deborah Jones of Greensboro, NC, and brother Larry Jones of Mahanttan New York, Fiance Stacy Benard Corker. Four nieces
Shakima Jaudon, Keaira Jones, Nakia Legette, Nadia Jones and two nephews Eli’Jah Jones and Roland Jones Jr. best friend Valerie Cooke and a host of relatives, and friends.

The family would like to thank everyone for the support during this time and we appreciate all you have done.

Services

24 Hour Viewing

Thursday, July 3, 2014
12:30 PM
East White Oak Baptist Church Directions

1815 Water Street

Greensboro, NC 27405

Funeral Service

Thursday, July 3, 2014
1:00 PM
East White Oak Baptist Church Directions

1815 Water Street

Greensboro, NC 27405

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June 28, 2014

Kevin Tolbert says:

My Condolences, I've known Freda since 1998, we met on a job at the Telephone Centre. We became real close friends over the years she became like family to me more like an Auntie. My heart is full, words can't explain the love and concern she had for me she will be dearly missed. May God hold Freda's family and surround them with his everlasting love. I will miss you Freda and I will cherish all the love and support you given me you were a true friend. Love Always Kevin Tolbert
June 30, 2014

Simone Washington says:

To the family,, I want to say that Ms Freda was an amazing woman. I knew her from NCO and she always had a kind word for you or the truth. Which ever you needed to hear. My heart is heavy knowing that she is gone. But I know that she is now in paradise and has no more worries of pain or struggle. My family will most definitely keep your family in my prayers. Simone Washington
June 30, 2014

Asia Ricker says:

Freda was my sister from another mother I really enjoyed spending time with her especially at the spades table which was another one of her favorite things to do during her time with the family. Freda will be missed my me & so many others. Freda was a wonderful person who loved everyone she came in contact with always opened her door to a friend in need. Heaven gained a beautiful angel June 27th 2014. Freda I love u & thanks so much for being the wonderful, patient, loving person you was. Love Always Asia Ricker
July 01, 2014

Joan Harvey says:

I was so sorry to hear about Freda's passing. My condolences to her family and May God continually watch over you, and give you the strength to get through this. I have known Freda since I started working at the Newark Board of Education in February 1989. She was a wonderful person to work with and she loved reading her books. She will be missed.
July 01, 2014

Kimberlie Craddock says:

Ms. Freda... I'm going to miss the sound of the jingle jangle that rang through the building as you walked down the hall. You taught me that a piece of chocolate and a good book could get you through almost anything. Thank you for sharing your friendship, your time, and your heart. Peace be the journey.
July 02, 2014

Dawn Bell says:

My sincere sympathy goes out to The Atkins and Jones Family. I met Freda at NCO/APAC a couple of years ago. She was a kind person and a joy to work with. Our APAC family chain has been broken. She will be missed dearly. "Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted." Matthew 5:4 (KJV)
July 03, 2014

Stella H. Graham says:

I was really sorry to hear of your loss. I've only known Freda for a short time but I found her to be a loving person. We shared in a few struggles at NCO/APAC, God brought us through and now she's at peace. She will be greatly missed and I pray Gods Blessings on her family. Through His Love, Grace and Mercy, He will help you through this time of sorrow.
July 05, 2014

Johnnie & Cheryl Davis says:

The Davis Family sincerely regret that we were unable to attend the services but are feeling the heartfelt loss in the family to God be the Glory for her life. With sympathy and love your Virginia Cousins and family.
July 06, 2014

Madeline Wingate-Alfonso says:

To Freda's Family, To GOD be the GLORY! I had the pleasure of working with Freda at the Newark Board of Education and we (Arlaine Bryant, Freda, and ME) were SO close, when you saw one you saw the other! I see her in heaven in the arms of Jesus reading a BOOK ;-)! Madeline Wingate-Alfonso