Bobby Atkinson Jr.

Bobby Atkinson, Jr., 62, of Columbia, died on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, following a courageous battle with cancer. Born on July 31, 1964, in Bishopville, SC, he was a son of Bobby Atkinson, Sr. and Jeralene Goodson Atkinson.

Bobby enjoyed a prosperous career that spanned more than 30 years as a lineman. He had the opportunity to work throughout the United States and Puerto Rico restoring power after natural disasters such as hurricanes Katrina and Maria. Bobby was a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 776 in Charleston, SC, where he forged many lasting friendships with coworkers and mentored young workers entering the electrical trade. All throughout Bobby’s life he enjoyed being outside in the splendors of nature. He especially loved fishing, boating, motorcycles, and trips to the beach. Bobby always kept himself in great shape by following a fitness routine and weightlifting.

Survivors include his sons, Bobby Atkinson, III (Mary) of NC and Matthew Atkinson (Tina) of IN; fiancée, Melissa Camp; grandchildren, Gunnar, Sawyer, West, Iris, and Andrew; siblings, Lillis Day (Roger), Margaret Lisa Tinsley, Michael Atkinson (Jennifer), Wesley Atkinson (Morgan), and Preston Atkinson (Rebeckah); step-daughter, Sierra Camp; as well as a sister-in-law, Alana Atkinson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, John Greggory Atkinson; brother-in-law, Larry Tinsley and a stepdaughter, Lindsey Camp.

Memorials may be sent to the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 776, 3345 Seiberling Road, North Charleston, SC 29418.

The celebration of life for Bobby will be held at 2 o'clock, Sunday, November 15th, at Shives Funeral Home, Trenholm Road Chapel, 7600 Trenholm Road Ext., Columbia. The family will receive friends at the funeral home prior to the service beginning at 12:30 o'clock.

Shives Funeral Home, Trenholm Road Chapel, is assisting the family.