It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our Dad and Gramp, Vaughn Edward Milton Atkinson, 81, at his home in Springhill on Sunday, June 17, 2018. Born in Southampton, NS, Vaughn was the son of the late Victor and Clara (Brown) Atkinson.

Vaughn had spent twelve years in the Royal Canadian Air Force as an Aircraft Electrician prior to returning home and joining his father's business, V. Atkinson Electric. A meticulous and patient electrician and mentor, he had a hand in starting many careers. In 1985, he moved with his family to Halifax and worked with the Halifax Police Department, then finished his working life at the Halifax International Airport.

He was an active supporter of everything his children and grandchildren participated in, as well as many of the local children. He was a good man who was always ready to lend a hand within the community.

He will be dearly missed by his children, Paul (Tanya) Atkinson, Ellen Stevens, and Karen (Lawrence Pye) Atkinson; eight grandchildren, Marianne, Amanda, Micheal, Daniel, Heather, Douglas, Chelsea, and Faith; nine great grandchildren; his special friend, Eileen; two sisters, Helen (Robert) Gilroy, and Vicki (David) Choisnet, as well as several nieces and nephews.

Arrangements are under the care and guidance of A.H. Brown Funeral Home, 5 McFarlane Street, Springhill (902-597-2361) from where a time of visitation will be held on Wednesday, June 20, 2018 from 12 pm until the time of the funeral service at 2 pm. Interment will be held at the West Brook Cemetery. Life Celebrant Scott Balser presiding.

Donations in memory of Vaughn may be made to The Lodge That Gives, Halifax.

Sharing of memories and condolences may be sent to the family by visiting Vaughn's online memorial at www.brownsfuneralhome.com or through the A.H. Brown Funeral Home Facebook Page.