Kathleen Patricia Bronstein

VIRGINIA BEACH – Kathleen Patricia Bronstein, 78, died November 23, 2025.

Born on July 19, 1947, in Long Beach, California, she was the daughter of the late John Francis Adams and Kathleen Patricia Adams. Kathleen graduated from Granby High School and DePaul Nursing School, both in Norfolk, Va. She started her career as an ER nurse and later spent 35 years as an RN at the Virginia Center for Women, where she was known for her compassion, skill, and dedication to her patients.

Kathleen was predeceased by her beloved husband, Charles Z. Bronstein. Kathleen and Charles were married on November 20, 1971, and shared a devoted partnership that lasted 27 years.

She is survived by her four daughters: Rachel McAlpin (Dean), Melissa Zulandi, Megan Bronstein, and Ashley Bronstein; her five grandchildren: Ashdon Proctor, Ava Zulandi, Brennan Zulandi, Charlie McAlpin, and Colin Zulandi; her brother, Dennis Adams (Karen); her sister-in-law, Susan Zemil; and ten nieces and nephews.

A graveside service was conducted at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Norfolk, Va.

Memorial donations may be made in Kathleen’s name to Alzheimer’s Association (https://www.alz.org/).