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Lisa Adkins Obituary

Lisa L. Adkins, 66, of Portland, loving wife of William Adkins, passed away on September 13, 2025, at Middlesex Hospital in Middletown, CT. She was born in Bridgeport on July 15, 1959, a daughter of the late Gilbert and Lorraine Keating Clark. In addition to her husband Bill, she is survived by her sisters, Diane Miller and Corinne Clark. She also leaves her nephews, Michael and James. A graveside service celebrating Lisa's life will be held on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. in Oak Grove Cemetery, 871 Campbell Ave., West Haven, CT. To see Lisa's obituary online, please visit www.beecherandbennett.com.

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Published by WFSB on Sep. 15, 2025.

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Peter stankovics

September 25, 2025

Bill. Very sorry to hear about your loss. Lee was far too young. Anna and I have you in our thoughts and prayers.

Andrew Purchia

September 24, 2025

So sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences to Bill and the family.

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