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CARTER, Virginia VIRGINIA MILNER CARTER Virginia Milner Carter died peacefully at Peachtree Christian Hospice in Duluth, Georgia on June 18, 2010. Virginia was born, Virginia Isabel Milner, in Atlanta, Georgia on July 1, 1919, daughter of Willis Justus Milner, Jr. & Virginia Amanda Cohen Milner. She graduated Agnes Scott College in 1940, with a major in chemistry, where she competed as a world-class swimmer and captain of the basketball team. She also held the office of class president. A proud patriot, Virginia served in the U.S. Navy as an officer during World War II and was stationed in New York City and Saint Simons, Georgia. Inspired by her father, Virginia had a long and successful career in financial services, and was a founding member of A.L. Williams, now Primerica Financial Services, where her primary focus was mentoring others to become successful business leaders. Despite some of the most difficult challenges life can offer, Virginia continued to face each day with the energy and enthusiasm that her Christian faith provided. Her humor, grace, and tremendous heart, will be cherished by a wide circle of family and friends. Virginia is survived by her daughter, Virginia Seixas Carter and husband, John Zoranovich; by her son, Robert Milner Carter; and by her grandchildren - Virginia Milner Morgan and husband, David; Anna Richards Consola; and Sarah Lucille Consola. Helen Sexton, formally of Atlanta, a valued member of the Carter household for many years, also survives Mrs. Carter. Virginia was predeceased by her husband, Alverson Carter, by her son, Alverson Carter, Jr., her daughter, Ida Richards (Rickie) Carter; and also by her brothers, Willis J. Milner, III, Seixas G. Milner, and Gene W. Milner. Virginia is survived by her sister, Augusta Milner Otey and husband, David, and by her brothers' wives: Jean Sullivan Milner, Betty Rayfield Milner, and Joyce (Milner) Sterling. Visitation will be held at H.M. Patterson & Son, Spring Hill, 1020 Spring Street NW, Atlanta on Thursday, the twenty-fourth day of June from six until nine in the evening. Her Funeral will be held in the sanctuary at Peachtree Presbyterian Church, 3434 Roswell Rd. NW, Atlanta, GA 30305, on Friday, the twenty-fifth day of June at eleven o'clock in the morning. A visitation will be held in the Williams Center at Peachtree Presbyterian one hour prior to the start of the service. Burial will follow at the family cemetery in Hoschton, Georgia. In lieu of flowers, please send memorials in Virginia's name to: Agnes Scott College, 141 E. College Ave, Decatur GA, 30030; Chestnut Mountain Presbyterian Church Building Fund, PO Box 7280 Chestnut Mountain, GA 30502; Haggia Institute for World Ministry, P.O. Box 13, Atlanta, GA. 30370.
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Memories and Condolences
for Virginia Carter
Mishael Malone
February 20, 2011
You are Greatly missed Virginia.
November 26, 2010
Such an impressive life of an impressive lady. Feel blessed to have met her during our lifetimes. James (NV)
Anonymous
October 2, 2010
God Bless you Ginny. You're an inspiration to me.
Kristin Allpere
August 31, 2010
On a whim, I thought I would check on "grananna." I am saddened to hear of her passing and wish all the best to her family.
Gail Sheehy
August 11, 2010
Dear Family of Virginia Carter -
Ginny is my hero...the epitome of the All American woman!!! I shall always cherish and carry in my heart forever the brief but special conversations and photos with her over the years at the many Primerica events in particular Women in Primerica. Her grace, humor, tremendous heart and great dedication to Primerica touched thousands of lives. Her legacy will continue forever here on earth as we pick up the torch. The kingdom of heaven is rejoicing at her homecoming, but so many lives are better because she was here. God Bless all of you.....With Appreciation and Gratitude
July 22, 2010
Dear Milner & Ginny,
Jeanne & I send our warm best wishes to you both, and our salute to your mom. I'm sure you can remember how Virginia helped me start my 2nd base shop in Atlanta, taking me under her wing as it were, and helping me become an RVP in Acapulco. She let me office with her until I got my feet on the ground, and even went to Washington DC to personally "vouch" for me in order to get my special approval for a securities license. I counted her as one of my dear friends, and I was sorry to hear she's now gone. She lived a full and wonderful life, and touched the lives of so many in such a gracious and wonderful way. You are both blessed to have had her as your mother. Fondly, Major & Jeanne Meek, Tulsa, Oklahoma
July 12, 2010
Sorry to hear about Aunt Virginia. She was a lovely lady. Ida Rebecca carter
June 27, 2010
Ginny was my inspiration,mentor & friend,my fondest memory is the lunch when she charged me with pioneering Long Term Care..."no matter how hard the climb"...Phyllis Hoffman,Alaska/Washington
June 27, 2010
Milner, as she was called at Agnes Scort, was a leader in athletics and a strong and cheerful personality in our class. She attended our 70th reunion in April 2010. She was ever a ta;l and smailing [resence on campus, president of Athletic Association and a good leader in its enterprises. As an alumna, she gave gfenerously to the College. and hosted class gatherings at her house in Atlanta.We shall miss her sorely..
Carolyn Kargol
June 25, 2010
I will always remember her as a strong woman with a loving heart and beautiful soul...a true inspiration. We were blessed to have her touch our lives. Peace be with you, always.
Bob and Ludette Richardson
June 25, 2010
We will miss you a lot, Virginia! You have been an inspiration for us and my husband really looked up to you like a second mother. Thanks for everything and may God and all the angels in heaven welcome you in His kingdom.
To the Carter family, our condolences. May you find peace in the thought that your most loved mother/grandmother has brought a lot of joy in this world and had been an inspiration to all of us in Primerica.
Our prayers and condolence,
Bob and Ludette Richardson
Orland Park, Illinois
Clara & Mike Campbell
June 24, 2010
We pray that God Bless and comfort you, the Carter Family! Mike and I loved Ms Virginia as though she was our own mother and will miss her dearly! She was truly the Mother of Primerica! We will remember her forever!
Carrie Smith
June 24, 2010
One of the Lord's angels has been called home. She served him well on earth and touched so many lives with her love, leadership and belief in our Lord. The friendship and memories of time that I was blessed to spend with Ginny - will always be cherish.
Deborah & Pat Gleeson
June 24, 2010
Milner,
God's grace to you and yours. While we did not know your Mom, having known you and hearing our friends speak of her makes us feel as though we did. Your family is in our prayers.
Always,
Deborah & Pat Gleeson
Our last photo with Virginia
Stephen Newton
June 24, 2010
Mary Jo Sutton
June 24, 2010
There are no words that express a loss such as this. She inspired so many women to become the leader that is within them. My prayers are with you and your family and the Primerica Family that has loved her so much.
Hope Ronne
June 24, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. Virginia was an amazing woman, and I am blessed to have had her touch my life both professionally as well as personally. She was always so gracious, kind and generous. Her legacy will live on for generations to come. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends.
Jean Thompson
June 23, 2010
Dearest Carter/Consola family, My heart goes out to you. You are in my prayers. Virginia Carter was one of the finest ladies I have ever known. I am so grateful that she could be a part of my daughter's life, and thus mine. We are all fortunate to have fond memories of such a wonderful, absolutely outstanding lady. I know she will be truly missed by millions of people.
David Ingram
June 23, 2010
Milner and Gin, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Virginia was such a remarkable lady who was always very sweet and gracious to all. She was very dear to me and I know she'll be missed and remembered by everyone fortunate enough to know her. I will always cherish my memories of Virginia Carter.
June 23, 2010
May you find peace in this time of sorrow. Another champion will be missed.
Richard (Loganville, Ga)
Liz Thompson
June 23, 2010
Dear Carter/Consola Families:
Virginia was like a grandmother to me in high school and college. She was one of the sweetest, kindest and most generous ladies I have ever met. I always thought I wanted to make a difference like she did and hopefully I will one day. It was wonderful to know her for the time I did.
Edna Calhoun
June 23, 2010
R.I.P. Virginia you shall be greatly missed. You were a true champion of the Primerica's family sorry, to hear of your passing. But,I knew God needed you more and your work have just begun.
June 23, 2010
She is now in the grace and light of our savior Jesus Christ! Thank You Lord for giving us Virginia, and now it is your perfect timimg too take her home. Virginia is gone but her legacy and influence will live forever! Virginia we WILL carry your torch!! My precious lady, I love you, and will stand stong in your honor! Until we meet again....
Love Cindy Kicklighter
Tom Uss
June 22, 2010
May she rest in peace.
It was always a delight to see her bounding up onto the stage to inspire us in her simple and suitable way!
"...and we get paid just as well as the men" she would elucidate with a bright gleam in her eyes.
What a compelling leader.
Troy Girard
June 22, 2010
Sorry for the loss of a true champion. Virginia has always been a inspirtaion to me and my team. I learned a lot from watching her work with people and will always be thankful for the lessons she taught and the example she lived. Carter family thank you for sharing her with us and know that she might be gone but she NEVER will be forgotten. Troy and Shannon Girard and Team
June 22, 2010
Virginia was one of the finest ladies we ever knew. She was kind, compassionate, loving, generous, funny, and just an all-around great lady. We haven't seen her for many, many years, but she made such an impact on our lives that we never forgot her. Our condolences to her family and close friends. She will truly be missed by all who knew her.
Joyce and Bob Carey
Patrick Blenke
June 22, 2010
Milner,
Sorry for your loss she was a great lady and one who lived life to the fullest. I will always remember her candidness and grace. She truly was a remarkable woman.
Rich & Leslie Salas
June 22, 2010
Words cannot express the gift of Virginia Carter in our lives
Jerry Smith
June 22, 2010
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
David & Luwana Milner
June 22, 2010
Our Father in heaven has called home one of the finest people the world has ever known.
June 22, 2010
Milner, Gary and I are so very sorry for the loss of your mom. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Julie and Gary Larson
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