Atwater, G. Merrill Went to be with Jesus and his loved ones on January 13, 2019. Preceded in death by parents Graydon and Grace Atwater and sister Joyce Smith. Survived by loving wife LaVonne; children Todd (Karla), Shelly (Brian Gilbert), and Sherry (Patrick) Bania; 8 grandchildren; and 2 great grandchildren. Service Tuesday, 1/22 at 11:00 AM with visitation one hour prior at New Hope Church, 4225 Gettysburg Ave. N., New Hope. In lieu of flowers, memorials to New Hope Church, Gideons or Camp Shamineau. Private family interment Glen Haven Memorial Gardens.