South Yorkshire Times, June 16^th 1945

On Active Service – In Memoriam

Atkins
In loving memory of my pal, Ron, killed in action in France June 15^th 1944.
He died the helpless to defend
A British soldier’s noble end

From Albert Houlbrook

Atkins
In loving memory of our loving brother, Ronald, killed in action, June 15^th 1944 aged 19 years.
Forever in our thoughts

From sister Dorothy and brother-in-law Arthur

South Yorkshire Times, June 23^rd 1945

Atkins
In loving memory of a dear pal and comrade Ron, killed in action in France June 15^th 1944
Leaves may wither, flowers may die
Some may forget him but never will I

From J. H. Gamble, ex K.O.L.Y.I.

South Yorkshire Times, June 14^th 1947

Atkins
In loving memory of a dear pal and comrade killed in action in France June 15^th 1944
He died the helpless to defend
A British soldier’s noble end

From J.H. Gamble ex K.O.Y.L.I.

Commonwealth War Graves Commission

Private Ronald Atkins

Service Number 1450726

King’s Own Yorkshire Light Infantry

1/4^th  Battalion

Date of death 15^th June 1944 aged 19 years

Buried or commemorated at Bayeux War Cemetery XV.C.22. France

Son of John Edward and Clara Atkins of Mexborough

SAFE IN THE ARMS OF JESUS, REMEMBERED WITH HONOUR