Melinda Carole Adkins Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Melinda Carole Adkins in Norfolk, Virginia, who passed away on April 4, 2026 at the age of 77. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Melinda Carole Adkins to pay them a last tribute.
In the hush of twilight, as the stars twinkle in silent homage, we reflect on the legacy Melinda leaves behind and her impact on the lives of her loved ones. Though Melinda may no longer walk among us, her spirit lives on in the memories held dear by her family and friends, a guiding light that illuminates their paths in times of darkness.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Daniel Wiegratz and Norma Wiegratz; her husband William Lee Adkins; and her brothers, Daniel and William Wiegratz.
She is survived by: her children, James Whitley (Simone) of Casper, Wyoming and Melinda Collard of Norfolk, Virginia; her siblings, Pamela Wollyung (Jimmy) of Chester, Virginia and Barry Wiegratz of Virginia Beach, Virginia.; and her grandchildren, Cheyenne, Isabelle and Morgan Whitley.
