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Ginger Carol Weeks McMillan

Ginger Carol Weeks McMillian passed away at her home on September 17, 2020.

Ginger was the daughter of the late A.B. (Buddy) Weeks and Rebecca Leary Sartin and the step-daughter of the late Ralph Sartin.

She graduated from Brookhaven High School and then later attended Auburn University and Mississippi State University.

Ginger led an adventurous life with various interests and passions. She worked in the high- end fashion industry of New Orleans and lived on a sailboat

in Key West while serving as a tour guide at the Hemmingway House. She enjoyed cooking and owned restaurants in both Brookhaven and Roanoke, Virginia.

Ginger was an avid animal lover, and she was known for taking in any orphaned or strayed animals, both domestic and wild. One Christmas,

she brought home 27 dogs from the pound and kept them until they were all adopted.

This compassion carried over to her love for people as well. She never met a stranger and made friends with people from all walks of life.

Her house became a hub to neighborhood children looking for a day’s adventure—she was never boring. She lived life with zeal.

She was preceded in death by her father and step-father.

Ginger McMillian is survived by her husband, Ray McMillian; her mother, Rebecca Leary Sartin; her sister, Dr. Dena Jackson,

and husband Robbie; her stepbrothers Steve Sartin and wife Jody, and Robbie Sartin. In addition, she is survived by several nieces—

Mackenzie Jackson, Robyn Sartin Morehead, Dana Sartin Agre, Holly Case Chappell, and Kristen Hall Blanks—

and a nephew, Brady Hall. She is also survived by her godson, Arun Rahman. Special friends were Zeenat Rasheed, Sarah Rahman, and Billie Faye Sartin.

There will be a private graveside service at Easthaven Cemetery on Sunday, September 20, 2020, at 2 pm.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Brookhaven Animal Rescue League.

8 comments

  • Comment Link Diana Janopaul Sunday, 27 September 2020 13:24 posted by Diana Janopaul

    In the crazy years that are high school, Ginger was one of my bright lights. I can hardly think of those days without thinking of her and all we got up to. We recently reconnected through FB and I realized we still had so much common— mostly our love for animals, especially the lost causes. My heart is hurting for you and with you for her loss. I am sending love and prayers.

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  • Comment Link Dr Linda Farris Tuesday, 22 September 2020 07:44 posted by Dr Linda Farris

    Becky and Dena, I am so sorry for your loss. Ginger was such a special friend and left me with so many fond memories. One of my favorite and crazy cats is one she rescued. I will be keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.

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  • Comment Link Jo Ann Richardson Monday, 21 September 2020 15:25 posted by Jo Ann Richardson

    Becky I am very sorry for your loss of Ginger. I remember her so well and always enjoyed knowing her.
    My prayers are with you and the family

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  • Comment Link Tracy Moak Sunday, 20 September 2020 13:05 posted by Tracy Moak

    My prayers are with the whole family. Ginger was a great classmate.

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  • Comment Link Cindy Foster smith Sunday, 20 September 2020 12:52 posted by Cindy Foster smith

    Mrs Becky I am so sorry for your loss. Will keep you in my prayers!

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  • Comment Link Cindy Laird Sunday, 20 September 2020 12:52 posted by Cindy Laird

    My heart hurts for the family. She was so young. I always liked Ginger.

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  • Comment Link Mary Lu Redd Sunday, 20 September 2020 12:09 posted by Mary Lu Redd

    Becky, my thoughts and prayers are with you and the family in your grief. I am so sorry about the loss of Ginger. ?

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  • Comment Link Phyllis Bonfiglio- Hobbs Sunday, 20 September 2020 11:50 posted by Phyllis Bonfiglio- Hobbs

    I am so sorry for your loss of your precious Ginger. I remember the night she was born....May she rest in the arms of the Lord Jesus Christ❤️?❤️?❤️?

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