Darlene Denise Atkins-Virginia Beach Darlene Denise Atkins, 51, passed away Monday, May 30th, 2011. Born in Richmond, Virginia to Sadie “Candy” Bergeron and the late James Bergeron. Darlene was a mother, a wife, a daughter, sister and friend. She accomplished everything in her life with an artistic vision. She ran her own Insurance Company through…
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Darlene Denise Atkins, 51, passed away Monday, May 30th, 2011. Born in Richmond, Virginia to Sadie “Candy” Bergeron and the late James Bergeron. Darlene was a mother, a wife, a daughter, sister and friend. She accomplished everything in her life with an artistic vision. She ran her own Insurance Company through Farmer’s. Darlene lost her battle to stage four metastatic breast cancer. She was a pioneer in the cancer world for going outside the normal protocol for new treatments and was able to bring together multiple communities in the cancer field. She touched so many people in her life and was a big support online for “cancer sisters.”
Her beautiful son Seth Cheshire, her loving husband Tim Atkins, her mother Sadie Bergeron, her brother Jim Bergeron and wife Kim Bergeron and her kitty Slinky survive Darlene.
Darlene will be cremated. There will be a service for family at a later date. There is a huge hole in all of our hearts as we say “goodbye” to our beloved “Dee.” In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Breast Cancers Society. Online condolences can be made to the family at www.cremate.org.
Kathy Stolle
left a message on June 5, 2011:
Want to wish my sincere condolences to Tim and the family. Darlene was one of the bravest and optomistic person i had ever met. When she came into the Restauarnt, there wasn't once of us that wasn't anxious to see her and wish her so much luck. God gave her to us and now she in his hands, doing more important work. Tim, look forward to seeing you again for some of Michaels and Simon's delicious food. God keep you and help you through this difficult time. Kathy
Donna Harrington
left a message on June 5, 2011:
Dear Tim, I just read that Darlene has lost her courageous battle and I am at lost for words,I'm sorry does not seem adequate enough. Please know that you and Seth are in my thoughts and prayers.I will see you soon.
Pam Blake
left a message on June 5, 2011:
Tim,
I was so sorry to read about your wife passing away. My prayers are with you and your son during this time. May GOD be with you.
pam
Judy Hilty
left a message on June 5, 2011:
Tim, My thoughts and prayers are with you, Seth, and the rest of your family. I am so very sorry for your loss. Judy
Karen Lorda
left a message on June 6, 2011:
Tim, I'm so sorry to hear about Darlene. She was such a smart, talented and tough lady. She will be missed. If there is anything I can do to help you, please let me know. My thoughts are with you.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Stacey
left a message on June 6, 2011:
Tim, Seth and family,
Darlene was one of the bravest woman I know. She shared w/me only a few experiences about her recovery and those alone would take a vey strong & brave person, it does not surprise me to know that she pioneered a few new avenues of success for others to model after. She will be greatly missed. Love you, Cousin Stacey & John
Georgiann Allen
left a message on June 6, 2011:
Tim,
I just found out about the passing of your beautiful wife. There are no words to say that will help you and your son during this time.
Please know that you are both in my prayers.
What a strong woman she was and to try and help others....
God Bless You
Georgiann
Karen
left a message on June 6, 2011:
I can only tell you how blessed and lucky I feel to have met Darlene at Virginia Oncology through the Cancer Care Foundation of Tidewater. She was truly a caring and loving person who touched my heart in a very special way. She was always so positive no matter what she was facing. You should know she always had a twinkle in her eye when she spoke of her family, especially her son... you brought her such joy and she was so proud of you. I can only say I am sorry for your loss and I will truly miss Darlene. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Flo Maguire
left a message on June 7, 2011:
To the family especially her mother;
May fond memories help soothe the pain of your loss. Darlene was a pioneer in the field of Cancer and her efforts will not go unrewarded.She is at home now with the greatest of all physicians.
Peace be with you.
Pat Lehr
left a message on June 7, 2011:
Tim, I am so sorry to learn of Darlene's passing. I know how dedicated you both were to finding a cure for her but you can be assured your search will help other women. You have been so brave through the past months. Darlene is now rejoicing in the arms of God and one day you will be together again.
Pat
Jonathan & Linda Longman
left a message on June 7, 2011:
Dear Tim,
Linda & I are greatly saddened by the news of Darlene's passing. We have noted over this long period of her battle against cancer just how determined, persistent and brave she's been in facing this monster that claims so many young lives such as her's. How heartening it is to know how her last months of diligent work have helped others and, moreover, will continue to help others deal with and overcome this dreaded disease. Darlene was a lady and a beautiful soul who was touched, loved, and admired by many. May he memory be a blessing to you and Seth and to all who knew her.
Barbara & Rick Corvello
left a message on June 8, 2011:
Dear Timothy, We were so sorry to hear that Darlene had passed away. She fought a long, hard battle. May God be with you as you grieve. Love and prayers.
Connie Cannon
left a message on June 10, 2011:
Dear Tim,
When I read of your Darlene's passing, I had to stop and say a "little prayer"
You once said to me "I want my Darlene back" In your heart your Darlene will alwas be with you.
John, Teri and I send our love and prayers to you and your family
stephen woodhouse
left a message on June 11, 2011:
Tim,
Stephen and I are so sorry to hear of Darlene's passing. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Stephen and Dolores
Pamela Zwemer
left a message on July 19, 2011:
I met Darlene through BCMETS.org as we shared Stage IV BC. We met in Virginia Beach and had lunch together. She was a funny, informative and a kind woman. I felt stronger in regards to my cancer after meeting Darlene. I am so sorry for your loss.
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Kathy Stolle
left a message on June 5, 2011:
Want to wish my sincere condolences to Tim and the family. Darlene was one of the bravest and optomistic person i had ever met. When she came into the Restauarnt, there wasn't once of us that wasn't anxious to see her and wish her so much luck. God gave her to us and now she in his hands, doing more important work. Tim, look forward to seeing you again for some of Michaels and Simon's delicious food. God keep you and help you through this difficult time. Kathy
Donna Harrington
left a message on June 5, 2011:
Dear Tim, I just read that Darlene has lost her courageous battle and I am at lost for words,I'm sorry does not seem adequate enough. Please know that you and Seth are in my thoughts and prayers.I will see you soon.
Pam Blake
left a message on June 5, 2011:
Tim,
I was so sorry to read about your wife passing away. My prayers are with you and your son during this time. May GOD be with you.
pam
Judy Hilty
left a message on June 5, 2011:
Tim, My thoughts and prayers are with you, Seth, and the rest of your family. I am so very sorry for your loss. Judy
Karen Lorda
left a message on June 6, 2011:
Tim, I'm so sorry to hear about Darlene. She was such a smart, talented and tough lady. She will be missed. If there is anything I can do to help you, please let me know. My thoughts are with you.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Stacey
left a message on June 6, 2011:
Tim, Seth and family,
Darlene was one of the bravest woman I know. She shared w/me only a few experiences about her recovery and those alone would take a vey strong & brave person, it does not surprise me to know that she pioneered a few new avenues of success for others to model after. She will be greatly missed. Love you, Cousin Stacey & John
Georgiann Allen
left a message on June 6, 2011:
Tim,
I just found out about the passing of your beautiful wife. There are no words to say that will help you and your son during this time.
Please know that you are both in my prayers.
What a strong woman she was and to try and help others....
God Bless You
Georgiann
Karen
left a message on June 6, 2011:
I can only tell you how blessed and lucky I feel to have met Darlene at Virginia Oncology through the Cancer Care Foundation of Tidewater. She was truly a caring and loving person who touched my heart in a very special way. She was always so positive no matter what she was facing. You should know she always had a twinkle in her eye when she spoke of her family, especially her son... you brought her such joy and she was so proud of you. I can only say I am sorry for your loss and I will truly miss Darlene. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Flo Maguire
left a message on June 7, 2011:
To the family especially her mother;
May fond memories help soothe the pain of your loss. Darlene was a pioneer in the field of Cancer and her efforts will not go unrewarded.She is at home now with the greatest of all physicians.
Peace be with you.
Pat Lehr
left a message on June 7, 2011:
Tim, I am so sorry to learn of Darlene's passing. I know how dedicated you both were to finding a cure for her but you can be assured your search will help other women. You have been so brave through the past months. Darlene is now rejoicing in the arms of God and one day you will be together again.
Pat
Jonathan & Linda Longman
left a message on June 7, 2011:
Dear Tim,
Linda & I are greatly saddened by the news of Darlene's passing. We have noted over this long period of her battle against cancer just how determined, persistent and brave she's been in facing this monster that claims so many young lives such as her's. How heartening it is to know how her last months of diligent work have helped others and, moreover, will continue to help others deal with and overcome this dreaded disease. Darlene was a lady and a beautiful soul who was touched, loved, and admired by many. May he memory be a blessing to you and Seth and to all who knew her.
Barbara & Rick Corvello
left a message on June 8, 2011:
Dear Timothy, We were so sorry to hear that Darlene had passed away. She fought a long, hard battle. May God be with you as you grieve. Love and prayers.
Connie Cannon
left a message on June 10, 2011:
Dear Tim,
When I read of your Darlene's passing, I had to stop and say a "little prayer"
You once said to me "I want my Darlene back" In your heart your Darlene will alwas be with you.
John, Teri and I send our love and prayers to you and your family
stephen woodhouse
left a message on June 11, 2011:
Tim,
Stephen and I are so sorry to hear of Darlene's passing. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Stephen and Dolores
Pamela Zwemer
left a message on July 19, 2011:
I met Darlene through BCMETS.org as we shared Stage IV BC. We met in Virginia Beach and had lunch together. She was a funny, informative and a kind woman. I felt stronger in regards to my cancer after meeting Darlene. I am so sorry for your loss.
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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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