Carole Lynne Atchison

Carole Lynne Atchison, 83, of Crossett, died Thursday, April 9, 2026, at Nightingale at Stonegate Health and Rehabilitation Center, surrounded by her loving family. Mrs. Atchison was born August 23, 1942 in San Jose, California. She was a resident of Crossett since 2018, a former resident of Freemont, California for many years and a 1960 graduate of Sunnyvale High School. Mrs. Atchison worked as a Data Entry Specialist for Lockheed Martin until her retirement in 2008. During her career, she contributed to early space programs and was part of the team present when the first space shuttle landed on the moon, and standing on the tarmac to witness the first space shuttle landing. As a member of Southside Baptist Church, Mrs. Atchison was deeply involved in Operation Christmas Child. Her strong Christian faith guided her daily life—she read her Bible faithfully and found joy in Christian activities, from puzzles to listening to uplifting music. Mrs. Atchison had a generous heart, especially when it came to supporting others. She contributed to numerous charitable organizations, including the ASPCA, PBS, and Mercy Ships. Her love for animals and her desire to help others were evident in her giving spirit. She cherished her nieces and nephews, never missing a birthday and always ensuring they received Highlights magazines and a variety of reading materials to encourage their growth and curiosity. In her free time, Mrs. Atchison enjoyed golfing, traveling, taking cruises, and going on spontaneous weekend trips. She loved the outdoors and embraced every opportunity to explore and experience life. Above all, Mrs. Atchison deeply loved her family and treasured the time she spent with them. Her warmth, generosity, and unwavering faith will be remembered by all who knew her.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Michael Atchison and her parents, Leslie and Mary Imogene Wilson.

She is survived by her sister, Jean Stafford of Crossett; two nieces, Jenifier Sharpe and Diane Butler and her husband, Wayne; two nephews, Glen Cason and his wife, Cathy, and Mark Cason; seven great-nieces and great-nephews and a host of great-great-nieces and great-great-nephews.

A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m., Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at the Southside Baptist Church with Bro. Glen Hutchison officiating. Burial will be in the Flat Creek Cemetery. Pallbearers are Glen Cason, Wayne Butler, Joe Davis, Joseph Davis, Jr., Case Griever and Zach Cooper. Honorary pallbearer is Matthew Sharpe. Memorials may be made to the Southside Baptist Church, PO Box 446, Hamburg, AR 71646.

Visitation will be 5-7 p.m., Monday at the funeral home.