Sheryl Lynn Adkins

1955 ∼ 2020

Sheryl Lynn Adkins
Sheryl Lynn Adkins, 64, of Pleasant Prairie, passed away at her home on Saturday, February 29, 2020, surrounded by her loving family. Born on September 22, 1955, in Minneapolis, MN; she was the daughter of the late Peter S. and Diane (LaMay) Wiggins, Sr. She was a 1973 graduate of Stevenson High School in Prairie View, IL. She later attended the College of Lake County. On November 30, 1974, she married Bob Adkins in Lake Minnetonka, MN. They resided in Illinois until they moved to Pleasant Prairie in 1989. She was employed by Winchester House for 39 years until her retirement in 2016. She worked as a Physical Therapist Assistant, Unit Secretary, Certified Nursing Assistant, and most recently as a Human Resource Coordinator. Sheryl was a member of the Moose Lodge Ch. 859. She loved cooking, spending time with her family, shopping and organizing events and parties. She loved all animals. Sheryl was a foster mom and a Girl Scout Leader. She was greatly loved by all who knew her, and she will be deeply missed. She is survived by her husband of 45 years, Bobby Dale Adkins of Pleasant Prairie; three children, Gregory Dale Adkins of Kenosha; Elizabeth Lynn (Troy Gosselin) Adkins of Kenosha, and Kevin LaMay Adkins of Pleasant Prairie; four grandchildren, Tatyana Diane Adkins, Nicolette Diane Adkins, Angelina Diane Adkins, and Elowen Isla Gosselin; two great granddaughters, Aashirya Tazhia White and Nova Jaye Adkins; one brother, Peter (Jean) Wiggins, Jr. of Lake Forest, IL; and former daughter-in-law, Lilah Adkins of Kenosha. Sheryl was preceded in death by her parents, and one grandchild, Pele Ving Adkins. A private celebration of life will be held at a later date. Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111 60th St. 262 654 3533Visit & Sign Sheryl’s Online Memorial Book At:www.prokofuneralhome.com

Condolences

Erika Thomas March 10, 2020
I worked with Sheryl at Winchester House. She was the nicest & kindest person to know & work with. I'm sorry for your loss. My condolences to her family. RIP dearest sweet lady.
Mardi Levy March 5, 2020
Sheryl was my Unit Secretary at Winchester House. She was caring, compassionate and kind, and always had the well being of patients, families and staff uppermost in her mind. She was wonderful to work with. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
Lona Sternhagen March 4, 2020
I worked with Sheryl for 26 years at Winchester house. She was an amazing person. Loving,caring and understanding. She will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. She touched alot of lives. She was one in a million.
Lowanda March 3, 2020
I am sorry to hear about your love one passing. When we lose a love on in death we feel so helpless, and I know that God will " surround and comfort" you at this difficult time. We all look forward to seeing our love ones again in paradise. Wanda Jenkins