Westford, MA - Dexter H. Atkinson, 96, a WWII Veteran formerly of Wilmington, passed away at his home January 24, 2018 surrounded by his loving family. Graduate of Everett High School, Lowell Tech ASEE, Avco/Textron, Member Wilmington Methodist Church, Life member of Independent Order of Odd Fellows of Massachusetts. Survived by: Wife Evelyn L. Medbery Atkinson and Children: Dana C. of West Yarmouth, Dexter C. and Mary of Venice, FL, Wendy E. and John R. Baker of Chelmsford, Neil J. and Liza of Chelmsford, 9 Grand Children and 15 Great Grand Children. Burial with military honors will be at the MA National Cemetery, Connery Ave., Bourne on Monday, Jan. 29th at 11:15am. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to VNA Hospice, 199 Rosewood Drive, Suite 180, Danvers, MA 01923. memorial page www.actonfuneralhome.com.