Alton William Atwood

January 30, 2019

Alton “Big Al” William Atwood of Berthoud, CO passed away peacefully in his home on Wednesday, January 30, 2019 at the age of 85, surrounded by his daughter Patricia and his granddaughter, Ashley. He was born in 1933 to the parents of Charles and Pearl (Walker) Atwood in Alexandria, Louisiana who have preceded him in death. Also preceding him in death are his wife Claudia D. Atwood, son Jimmy Atwood, three brothers Jeff, James and Robert and three sisters Martha, Marjorie, and Shirley. He is survived by his daughter Patricia Coppersmith, granddaughter Ashley Coppersmith and two great-granddaughters, Kennedy and Reagan. Al was the owner of Al’s Drywall for over 50 years in Boulder County and was well known and respected. He served in the Army and was lifetime member of the Elk’s Lodge in Boulder, CO. Al was a character with a “signature laugh” who loved to have fun, go fishing and have adventures. He will be deeply missed, but fondly remembered. Al requested a large gathering in his honor in lieu of a funeral which will be scheduled at a later date.