Tyler Atkins, 81, of Tonasket passed away from lung cancer on Sept. 11. He was born on Nov. 30, 1930. Raised in Ballard but heart and family grew in Tonasket.

Tyler is survived by his children: Tom, Patricia and Pamela. He also has his two granddaughters: Michelle and Keri; as well at two great granddaughters: Rhianna and Kyla.

Tyler can now join his love Millie, who passed away in 1980, and his family and friends.