Michele Atterbery Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Michele Atterberry was called home on May 16, 2020 after battling cancer. Born December 20, 1960 in Tuskegee, AL to the late Wylie Lee Walker Sr. and Eula Mae Walker of Auburn, AL. Michele attended Christian Union FGOM of West Haven, CT where she served as head of the mother board. She loved God and had faith that moved mountains. She blessed everyone that she came in contact with. She loved her family beyond words and was the glue that held her family together. Her legacy of Love, Faith and Family will live on for years to come. Michele retired from Stop & Shop after twenty years of service to pursue her passion of owning a daycare, which she ran for twelve years. Michele loved and impacted everyone with her big heart and selflessness. She leaves behind her loving husband of 41 years Richard Atterberry (New Haven, CT). Three daughters (her Angels) as she called them; Melissa Atterberry-Jones (Hamden, CT), Melinda Atterberry-Chapman (Hamden, CT), Melony Atterberry-Brooks and husband Milton (New Haven, CT). Six brothers; Wylie Lee Walker, Jr. (New Haven, CT), Andrew Lee Walker (predeceased), Henry Lee Walker (Auburn, AL), Timothy Walker and wife Retina (Chicago, IL), Ronald Walker (predeceased), and Donald Walker (New Haven, CT). Three sisters; Mary Louise Walker (New Haven, CT), Brenda Jackson (Garner, NC), Sandra Marie Harris and husband Lon Eric (Auburn, AL). Nine grandchildren who were dear to her heart; Richard J. Atterberry (Hamden, CT), Jason Atterberry (Hamden, CT), Mahlanee Brooks (New Haven, CT), Jayvon Chapman (Hamden, CT), Milton Brooks Jr. (New Haven, CT), Quinten Jones (Hamden, CT), Justin Chapman (Hamden, CT), Mekenzie Brooks (New Haven, CT), Mekayla Chapman (Hamden, CT), and two great grandchildren Kyon Atterberry (Hamden, CT) and Melody Atterberry (Hamden, CT). She also leaves her best friends Yvette Owens (Stamford, CT) and Doreen Evans (predeceased), a host of nieces, nephews, godchildren, family and friends. Per her request she did not want a funeral but a celebration of life. Details to follow.

Michele Atterbery

December 20, 1960 - May 16, 2020