William (Bill) Wingfield Wilkinson, 94, passed away on February 17, 2026. He was born in Norfolk, Virginia on September 27, 1931 to the late Charles and Della Wilkinson. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by seven siblings, Frances, Bernard, Joseph, Dorothy, Patricia, Virginia, and Lillian.
Bill is survived by his loving wife, Winnie, a stepdaughter, Georgia, and two daughters from his first marriage, Regina and Nora; also, he had many more family members and friends.
He proudly served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. Following his military service, he established himself as a successful contractor in the Hampton Roads area.
There will be a memorial service held at 2pm on Saturday, April 4, 2026 at Disabled American Veterans, Chapter 20, Virginia Beach, 4896 Kempsville Greens Parkway, Virginia Beach, VA 23462.