Herbert J. Atas, age 85 of Stuart, FL passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 29, 2013 at the Treasure Coast Hospice House, Fort Peirce. Herbert was born February 27, 1928 in Passaic, NJ, son of the late Harris and Ida (Levitan) Atas. Along with his wife, Herbert moved to the Palm City, FL area 20 years ago from Maryland. He loved his family dearly and was a very devoted father, grandfather and husband. On July 23, 1953, Herbert was united in marriage to his loving wife of nearly 60 years, Harriet (Shapos) Atas, who survives. Also surviving are his son, Marc (Sarah) Atas of Baltimore, MD; daughters, Shelley (Tim) Chinskey of Westminster, MD and Ellen (Cliff Ehlers) Atas of Palm Beach Gardens, FL; grandchildren, Erik Atas, Joseph Atas, Kelsey Chinskey, Joshua Brusca and Erin Burns; brother, Charles Atas of Crownsville, MD. Per his wishes, cremation will take place and a memorial service was held on Monday, July 01, 2013. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association (3333 Forest Hill Blvd; West Palm Beach, FL 33406). Arrangements are by the Treasure Coast Seawinds Funeral Home and Crematory, Stuart, FL.