Jane Wilgis Obituary
Jane Wilgis in Wilmington, North Carolina passed away on July 16, 2026. Jane, born on August 7, 1936, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
Jane will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Jane will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Jane’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Dr. William B. VandeGrift and Dorothy B. VandeGrift. She is survived by: her husband Herbert E. Wilgis, Jr.; her sons, Jeffery Breen Wilgis (Beth) of Sandwich, MA, Herbert E. Wilgis III (Linda) of Seattle, WA and Edward Shaw Wilgis (Melissa) of Wilmington, NC; her grandchildren, Nick, Elijah, Christian and Frances Jane; and her sister Beth Richards (Len) of Chicago, IL..
In lieu of flowers, the family gratefully suggests that donations be made to the Calvert School or Bryn Mawr School of Baltimore.
