Indian River High School Alumni
Chesapeake, Virginia (VA)
In Memory of
Tonya Leigh Wilson
1980-2025
Born May 19, 1980, Tonya Leigh Wilson attended Indian River High School in Chesapeake, VA.
Class of 1998
May 19, 1980 - Dec 02, 2025
May 19, 1980 - Dec 02, 2025
Chesapeake - Tonya Leigh Wilson, 45, of Chesapeake, passed away on December 2, 2025, at Sentara Leigh Hospital surrounded by her loving family. She was born on May 19, 1980, in Washington, Pennsylvania.
Tonya was a graduate of Indian River High School, Class of 1998 whose life journey included various experiences, most notably her time working at local entertainment venues. She enjoyed attending live concerts and looked forward to football season so she could cheer for the Steelers.
She is preceded in death by her grandmother, Janice “Cookie” Shriner and uncle, Galen Thomas Shriner. She leaves behind a loving family, including her mother, Sherilyn (Shriner) Wilson; sisters, Tara (Brian) Murrill, Tiffany (Chris) Lombardo, Tracey (Wayne) Riley; nieces Kaitlyn (Austin) Stokely, Kendall Murrill; great niece and nephews Paisley, Westyn, and Beau; as well as other family members and friends who will cherish her memory.
At this time, no formal services are planned. The family is being assisted by Simply Cremation. Those wishing to express their condolences may do so by visiting SimplyCremationOnline.com.
Tonya was a graduate of Indian River High School, Class of 1998 whose life journey included various experiences, most notably her time working at local entertainment venues. She enjoyed attending live concerts and looked forward to football season so she could cheer for the Steelers.
She is preceded in death by her grandmother, Janice “Cookie” Shriner and uncle, Galen Thomas Shriner. She leaves behind a loving family, including her mother, Sherilyn (Shriner) Wilson; sisters, Tara (Brian) Murrill, Tiffany (Chris) Lombardo, Tracey (Wayne) Riley; nieces Kaitlyn (Austin) Stokely, Kendall Murrill; great niece and nephews Paisley, Westyn, and Beau; as well as other family members and friends who will cherish her memory.
At this time, no formal services are planned. The family is being assisted by Simply Cremation. Those wishing to express their condolences may do so by visiting SimplyCremationOnline.com.