Nellie Wynne Adkins, 76, of Middletown, Virginia passed away after a long illness on Sunday, July 20, 2025 at her home.
A celebration of life will take place at a later date.
Mrs. Adkins was born on October 23, 1948 in Newport News, Virginia to the late James and Cora Butts Wynne. She was also preceded in death by her grandson, Colton Adkins. She was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, a former member of Shenandoah Farms Baptist Church and formerly attended Calvary Episcopal Church. She taught at many of the private Christian schools in the area.
Survivors include her husband of 39 years, Barry Adkins; daughter, Cohen Adkins (Vasily Vasilyev) and granddaughter, Diana Vasilyeva.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tennessee 38105 or to Blue Ridge Hospice, 333 West Cork Street, Winchester, Virginia 22601.
Barry and Cohen sorry for your loss.
Dear Barry and Cohen I was saddened to hear the news of my friend passing away. She was a good friend and taught me a lot about the Indian. culture. I pray blessings and comfort for you and your family.
Nellie was one of those rare beautiful souls that will always be remembered! I know she is rejoicing in Heaven with the angels and saints glorifying Jesus! Praying for the family….God bless each of you with His comfort and peace!
Nellie was a rare beautiful soul that will never be forgotten! It was a privilege to be her friend! My sincere and ongoing prayers for her family!
Barry, keeping you and your family in my prayers.
Barry and Cohen you are in my thoughts and prayers. Nellie will be missed by all that knew her. she was a giving and caring person, shared her knowledge of beadwork and other traditions. she will be missed greatly.
I’m so sorry to hear about Nell’s passing. I have many happy memories of Nell being kind to me and tolerating a know-it-all who knew nothing and loving me all the same. All of us down in Newport News will miss her.
Barry and Cohen,
Lewis and I were so sorry to hear of Nellie’s passing. What a wonderful friend. I often think of the evening we spent together years ago singing Karaoke and having lots of laughs. I can’t help but smile remembering the time our son came home from spending time at your Middletown home with a pocket full of deer bones. Nellie brought such joy to everyone so fortunate to be in her presence especially the students she taught at RCA. Nellie’s memory is truly a blessing to our family.
Barry and Cohen, so sorry to hear of Nellie’s passing. She was a wonderful person and much loved by all. She will be missed! Thinking of you all and praying for you.
Barry and Cohen, I am saddened to learn about Nellie’s passing. Growing up, Nell and I spent a lot of time together as she lived right around the corner from me. She was almost like family during that period of my life. There was never a dull moment when Nell was around … always a fun time! The last time I saw her and her mother was at my daughter’s wedding in 1996 – too long ago. I’ve always regretted that I missed getting together with her when she was in town a year or so later. So many memories of my dear friend. I pray that all of your wonderful memories will bring you smiles and peace.
To Cohen and Barry: Nellie told me she was sick and I refrained from calling her so as not to disturb her. I mailed her a box of the best chocolates ever. I just found out tonight that she has passed away. I am so sad tonight for I will miss seeing her and hearing her voice. She was a true friend and I am so sorry for your loss, and the knowledge that I will never get to see her again on this earth. God Bless…