Robert "Bobby" Neal Atkins

Robert “Bobby” Neal Atkins, 67, of Bozeman died on Saturday July 8th, 2017 after a short illness. Bob was born on August 18th, 1949 in Bozeman, MT to parents Elizabeth Josephine “Betty Jo” (Kiefer) and Robert Jennings Atkins.

Bobby was raised and educated in Bozeman, graduating from Holy Rosary High School. He lived with his Uncle Bill in Oregon for a brief time before enlisting in the United States Marine Corps. Bobby honorably served his county in Vietnam from 1969 to 1971 with the 1st Marine Airwing.

Bobby worked as a custodian in the Bozeman School District 7 for most of his career. He also worked part-time as a secretary for the Eagles Lodge #326. In retirement, he worked for Copper Spring Ranch and the Bozeman Public Library.

Robert married his best friend and love of his life, Mary Julian, on May 26, 1995. They made their home south of Bozeman in the shadow of the mountains.

Bobby was a member of the SW Montana Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 788, the Marine Corps League, and the American Legion Post 14. Bob was a proud Marine who served his country well.

Bob was preceded in death by parents and his sister Linda. Survivors include his wife Mary, numerous family, friends, and especially his brothers in arms.

A graveside committal service will be held 11:00 a.m., July 22nd, 2017 at Sunset Hills Cemetery with military honors. Family and friends please meet at Dahl Funeral & Cremation Service at 10:45 a.m. to proceed to the cemetery. A gathering to remember Bobby will follow at the Dahl Funeral & Cremation Service Tribute Center. You will be invited to share a favorite memory or story of Bob. Memorials may be made in Bobby’s honor to the Marine Corps League Gallatin Valley Detachment #1050.