Mrs. Freda Leilania Fitzgerald Wilkins, of Petersburg, VA, departed this life peacefully on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at VCU Health Medical Center in Richmond, VA. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, niece, cousin, godmother, and friend. Her loving spirit and kind presence will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

Freda was a proud graduate of Petersburg High School. She later earned a Associate in Science degree from Richard Bland College in 1984, Bachelor and Master of Science in Nursing from the Virginia Commonwealth University Medical College of Virginia. A dedicated and compassionate registered nurse, she maintained her credentials until retirement. Throughout her career, she served faithfully at Southside Regional Medical Center, Central State Hospital, Richmond Behavioral Health Authority, Virginia Premier, and most recently retired from Sentara.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. Fred Fitzgerald and Ms. Francis Mae Fitzgerald.

A native of Petersburg, VA, Freda leaves to cherish her precious memories: her devoted husband, Mark Wilkins of Petersburg, VA; two loving children and a devoted son-in-law, Lemar Wilkins of Petersburg, VA, and Danielle Moody (Christopher) of Raleigh, NC; one adored granddaughter, Taylor Moody of Raleigh, NC; two brothers, Lawrence A. Harris and Walter Lee Harris both of Petersburg, VA; her mother-in-law, Mary Tucker; sister-in-law, Betty W. Jones; brother-in-law, James A. Wilkins, Jr. (Catherine); godsons, Terry Webster, Jr., Nicholas Webster, and Thomas Ampy, Jr.; a host of nieces, nephews, other loving relatives, and devoted friends, including Nicole Stukes-Stith and a devoted cousin, Eleanora Ampy.

The family sincerely appreciates all thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. They extend a special thank you to relatives, friends, and former co-workers for the love and support shown.

A memorial service will be held 12:00 Noon, Sunday, May 31, 2026, the Chapel of J. M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA.

Family and friends are invited to visit the family at 1060 South Park Drive, Petersburg, VA. The family asks that only immediate family and close friends gather at the residence on the day of the service and respectfully requests that food items be omitted.

J. M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, (804) 732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com. Watch the funeral services live online on our J. M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc. Facebook page or click here to view: https://vimeo.com/event/5967493?fl=so&fe=fs