Percy Houston Atkinson, Jr. ("P.H.") passed away peacefully at his home in Conway, SC, on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, surrounded by his family.

Born on July 9, 1948, he was the beloved son of Percy H. Atkinson, Sr. and Ruby Britt Atkinson. He graduated from Lumberton High School in 1967 and earned an Associate of Applied Science in Criminal Justice from Robeson Community College, where he also taught Basic Law Enforcement for a while.

A proud United States Army Vietnam veteran, P.H. served in Germany and two tours in Vietnam as an MP. He then dedicated 28 years of service to the Lumberton Police Department, where he served as a patrol officer, homicide detective, narcotics detective, SWAT Team member, and ultimately retired as a Patrol Lieutenant.

He is survived by his children, Jessica Atkinson Daniels (Kevin), Mitch Atkinson (Christina), and stepson, Robbie Nunnery (Jill). He is also survived by his grandchildren, Austin, McKenzie, Dorothy Anne, Kourtney, Cain, Sally-Ann, Kevin, Jr. (Haley), and Dargan.

He is also survived by his brothers, John C. Atkinson (Candy) and Donald W. Atkinson (Sheila); his niece, Tina L. Jenkins (Tony); his nephews, Don Atkinson (Rebecca) and Lee Atkinson; Donna D. Traylor (John), the mother of his children; his best friend/little sister, Doris Tracy (Tom); and his faithful four-legged companion, Leo.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Cathy Cain Atkinson, and his parents.

The family extends their heartfelt thanks to the Lower Cape Fear Hospice team: Paige, Justin, Roger, and Nancy, for their compassionate care, kindness, and support.

A time of visitation will take place prior to the service on Saturday, August 8, 2026, from 10:00-11:00 AM at Floyd Mortuary & Crematory, Inc., 809 E. 5th Street in Lumberton, NC. Following the visitation, a memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM in the chapel with Dr. Lynn Bullock officiating.

"Well done, good and faithful servant."