Darryl Lamont Atwood, 55, of Austin, TX, passed away on August 31, 2021. Darryl was born on January 8, 1966, to Lois Walker and Andrew Atwood in Austin, TX. After graduating from Sidney Lanier High School in 1984, he went on to study computer science at Southern Methodist University (SMU) in Dallas, TX. Darryl then transferred to Western Kentucky University where he played collegiate football for two years.  He then landed his first job as a warehouse supervisor for Motorola where he worked for 10 years. In 1984, Darryl met Jacqueline Lawrence. They wed in 1989 going on to have only one child, Crystal Atwood. Darryl was a hard-working and loving man, aptly described as a gentle giant by those who knew him. His family meant more to him than anything else in the world, something he often mentioned. He was unendingly proud of his daughter Crystal and always tried his best to support her. Darryl was also passionate about bartending and could often be found concocting new drink recipes for his friends at home and social gatherings. Anyone who knew Darryl knew that he was the most loving father, son, friend, nephew, and cousin that any family could ask for. Darryl was predeceased by his mother Lois Atwood (née Walker) and brother Michael Atwood. He is survived by his daughter Crystal, father Andrew Atwood, step-mother Lois Atwood, step-sister Miracle Reed, step-brother David Fingers, their families, and plenty of aunts, uncles, and cousins.


The family requests that all flowers and notes are sent to A Life Celebration by Franklin funeral home (address below). 

The viewing for Darryl will be held Friday, September 10, 2021, at A Life Celebration by Franklin at 1309 E 12th St Austin, TX 78702.

Family Viewing - 1 pm to 3pm

Public Viewing - 3pm to 6pm

The funeral service will be held at Grant AME Worship Center at 11 am CST on September 11, 2021, at 1701 Kramer Ln Austin, TX 78758. The service will be live-streamed for those who are unable to attend in person. Graveside service and reception immediately following.

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