Berlin, VT Thomas Elbridge Atkins, 80, of Hersey Road in Berlin, died on Saturday, December2, 2017 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Hardwick, VT on April 24, 1937, the son of Alan and Marian (Thomas) Atkins. He attended schools in Hardwick. On July 13, 1957, He married Janet Hull in Hardwick, VT. He began his career as a printer for Capital City Press and later ran an Electrical Contracting business named Central Electric before he and his family moved to Arizona where he started Atco Electric. After returning to Vermont, he worked for Vermont Inspection Services and Harrison International Corporation as a foreman and clerk of the works. Tom was a member of the Elk member, both here in Montpelier, as well as in Arizona. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. He especially loved dancing, music, and attending the programs at the Montpelier Senior Center. He even played the Harmonica. Above all else he deeply enjoyed providing for his wife and family. Survivors include his wife, Janet Atkins of Berlin; daughters, Tanya Collins of Pheonix, AZ, and Tessy Fox of Beaverton, OR; sons, Brian Atkins of Barre Town and Mark Atkins of Barre City; siblings, Mildred Gowen of Hardwick, Eleanor Michaud of Hardwick, and Alan Atkins of Barre; several grandchildren and great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his daughter, Lesa Stillwell A graveside service will be held in the spring at the Berlin Corners Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Montpelier Senior Activities Center, 58 Barre Street, Box #1, Montpelier, VT 05602 or the Christ Church, 64 State Street, Montpelier, VT 05602. Those wishing to express online condolences may do so at www.guareandsons.com.