William Atkin

In his service record his next of kin was given as his sister Edith Thompson, 40 Walker Street, Sneinton, Nottingham. The notice of his death names two sisters: 'Mrs. Thompson and Lily Atkin, 40 Walker-street

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William Atkin served initially in the Kings Own Scottish Borderers (4662 Private). He served in France from 11th January 1917 until 11th April 1918. He was stationed at the Recruit Depot, Royal Air Force, when he died of myelitis at Birmingham War Hospital on 2nd September 1918. William was buried in Nottingham General Cemetery on 7 September, where he is commemorated on the Screen Wall 03284

Notice published 6th September 1918 in the Nottingham Evening Post :- ATKIN. – Died in military hospital, on September 2nd, Pte. William Artkin, R.A.F., aged 30, dearly beloved brother of Mrs. Thompson and Lily Atkin, 40 Walker-street, after great suffering, patiently borne. Military funeral, September 7th [1918], General Cemetery, 12.30 p.m.” In memoriam published 2nd September 1919 in the Nottingham Evening Post :- “ATKINS. – In loving memory of our dear brother, Pte. William Atkins, R.A.F., of 40 Walker-street, died in hospital September 2nd, 1918. Grant him, O Lord, eternal rest. – From loving sisters, Mrs. Thompson and Lily Atkins.” Above are courtesy of Jim Grundy and his facebook pages Small Town Great War Hucknall 1914-1918