Alice Christine "Chris" Atkinson

Alice Christine “Chris” Atkinson, 79, of Marietta, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 24, 2026, at Hospice and Community Care, Mount Joy. Born on October 6,1946 in Audubon, NJ, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Alice (Hopkins) Edmiston. She was the loving wife of John R. Atkinson, III, whom she married on September 27, 1986.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by two daughters, Michele Zurzolo, wife of Paul, and Christine Faralli; grandchildren, David, Bill, Lindsay; and great-grandchildren, Mia, Lia, Michael, Hunter, and Lexi.

A celebration of Chris’ life will be held on Saturday, December 12, 2026 from 12 to 2 p.m. at UNTO Ministries, 1506 Quarry Road, Mt. Joy, PA 17552. Lunch will be provided.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to East Side Bible Church,1035 Adams Road, Wrightsville, PA 17368. Memo: Operation Christmas Child