81 years on October 23, 2008 at Windsor Regional Hospital Western Campus. Beloved husband and best friend of Ty Ridley Atkinson. Dear father of Candy, Leonard, Debbie, Mary Lou, Bev and Patti. Survived by his sister Joyce Atkinson of Winnipeg. If you so desire, donations to the Alzheimer's Society would be appreciated by the family. At Carl's request, there will be no visitation or funeral service. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements entrusted to Families First Funeral Home & Tribute Centre (519-969-5841) 3260 Dougall Ave.