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Mrs. Virginia (Ginny) Rather
Mrs. Virginia (Ginny) Rather
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She was born in Atlanta, Georgia December 1, 1943 and was the daughter of the late Carvel Grant Long Carnes and William Boyd Carnes. Ginny was a fifth generation Atlanta native. Her great, great grandfather, Lemuel Pratt Grant was noted for his key role in the development of Atlanta as a railroad hub and his philanthropy which included the donation of the land for Grant Park to the city.
She graduated from Northside High School in 1961 and then earned her B.A. degree from Hollins College in 1965. During the summers of her college years and for another sixteen years she taught horseback riding at Fritz Orr's and then the Westminster Schools. As a noted show hunter equestrienne, she competed in horse shows throughout the eastern United States and earned her colors with the Shakerag Hunt Club.
In 1965 Ginny began her runway and print modeling career, modeling for every major Atlanta store including Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus, Macy's and Rich's in such shows as Sol Kent's "Fashionata". She also served as president of The Atlanta Models' Guild. After runway and fashion print, she continued in commercial print and television commercials throughout the U.S. and abroad. She was represented by Atlanta agents including Factor Women, Elite, Arlene Wilson, Real People, L'Agence and People Store as well as Wilhelmina in New York and The Green Agency in Miami. Her modeling career spanned 48 years.
Ginny also loved to entertain and chaired large events such as The Junior League Ball and fundraisers for The Atlanta Preservation Center as well as hosting intimate dinners such as The High Museum Wine Dinner at her home.
Mrs. Rather was a member of The Cathedral of St. Philip, Junior League of Atlanta, Atlanta History Center, Atlanta Botanical Gardens, High Museum of Art, Madison-Morgan Cultural Center and The Atlanta Preservation Center where she served on the Board of Trustees.
Mrs. Rather is survived by her husband, Daniel Brown Rather; son, Stuart Ellis Gould and daughter-in-law, Kristin Coleman Gould of Rumson, NJ; daughter, Carvel Grant Gould of Atlanta; two stepsons, Daniel and Pratt Rather of Sewanee, TN and Bend, OR; three grandchildren, Coleman, Katherine Carvel and Grant Gould of Rumson, NJ; two stepgrandchildren, Ellery and Kellen Rather of Bend, OR; and her brother, William Stansbury Carnes, sister-in-law, Mary Wilson Carnes, and a niece and two nephews of Chatham, NH.
The funeral service will be held at The Cathedral of St. Philip on Monday, February 18, 2013 at 11 o'clock in the morning. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service in the Gould Room. Interment will follow the service at Westview Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Atlanta Preservation Center/Grant Mansion Fund, 327 St. Paul Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30312. Online condolences may be made at hmpattersonspringhill.com.
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Arlene Wilson
March 15, 2013
I was so sorry to hear of Ginny's passing. She was such a beautiful, elegant and exceptionally nice woman. May your memories of all the good times you shared sustain you in your sorrow.
March 14, 2013
Dan, we just learned today from Jon Martin that Ginny had died. Our hearts, thoughts and prayers are with you. We hope and trust that the joyful years you spent with Ginny and the exciting lives you shared will provide wonderful, lasting memories, offering comfort to you and your extended family during these sad times. Ned & Carol O'Hearn
Lydia Haley
February 21, 2013
Now you are more aware of God's Presence and of His Comforting Light. Your soul will definitely rest in peace.
February 21, 2013
Dan
We were saddened to learn of Ginny's passing. We wanted you to know that we are thinking of you
Your Old Creek Road neighbors
of 45 years ago,
Kathy and Revis Butler
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R Smith
February 21, 2013
My sincere sympathy during this difficult time. May you find comfort and strength in the Almighty.
February 20, 2013
With deepest sympathy to the Rather family during your time of grief...God is for you a refuge and strength, A help that is there to be found during difficult times...May God provide you with peace and comfort to endure the days ahead.
G. Freeman
February 19, 2013
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
February 19, 2013
On behalf of everyone in the Junior League of Atlanta, I want to extend our condolences to you at this time. We were so fortunate to have had Ginny as a longtime member and have benefitted from her belief in the power and beauty of service to others.
Regards,
Camille Kesler
President, The Junior League of Atlanta
S.Griggs
February 19, 2013
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
February 19, 2013
Sincere condolences to family and friends.Psalms.146:10.
February 19, 2013
My deepest condolences for the lost of your loved one. May the God of comfort be with you at this most difficult time.
Isaiah 61:2
EG
February 18, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
EG
February 18, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
KARLA PATTON
February 18, 2013
I am deeply saddened. Ginny was always so positive and supportive to me, especially in the modeling industry. I think she was my biggest fan. She was an amazing woman. I will miss her immensely! I will pray for her husband Dan and her family.
With Sincerity,
February 17, 2013
Mac and I were saddened to hear of Ginny's demise. We had the fortune of getting to meet her during and after her step-son Pratt married our niece, Heidi. Those were good times. Our thought and prayers are with Dan and the family. Joani and Mac Baldwin, Lincoln City, Oregon
Marilyn Dahl Santulli
February 17, 2013
Dear Dan and family,
Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Ginny was always so proud, and in love with her whole family. Her beautiful smile and giving heart will always be fondest memory. God Bless you all.
Frank and Amie Carter
February 17, 2013
Dan, our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family.The loss of your second soulmate is doubly sad.
Our support, respect and love for you will last all of our lives.
Life has inexplicable and unjust moments that are mysterious to us. You are such fine and good person.
Ginny and Pat are with you in Spirit, riding on your shoulders.
There is no doudt you were meant to find eachother and provide your love and support for both of your beautiful ladies,
We love you!
Come visit us!
February 17, 2013
To Ginny's family especially Carvel and Stuart........
All of the Adams extend deepest sympathy to you. We will never forget Ginny....the carpools, riding lessons and horse shows at Westminster and together watching Margo and Carvel grow-up. For quite a few years Ginny was a very special model addition for those of us producing Atlanta Apparel Mart Fashion Shows. Her elegance and grace were such pleasures to behold no matter the setting.
With fond regards,
Carol and Bill Adams
Veronica
February 17, 2013
Ginnny was not only beautiful inside and out, but a class act. I will miss her and the smile that she always wore. She was loved and respected by everyone....fond memories of her will live on.
Jan Brown Steiner
February 16, 2013
Dear Rather and Gould families,
I was deeply saddened to learn today of Ginny's death. She was my first riding instructor at Fritz Orr many years ago.
I will always remember her with great fondness. An elegant, lovely lady...she will be dearly missed. God Bless your families. You will all be in my prayers.
Tom & Lisa Reynolds Hammett
February 16, 2013
Dan and family -
You are very much in our thoughts and prayers. We are blessed to have known Ginny even a little, and our hearts go out to you.
Roberta Nemo
February 16, 2013
I will never forget Ginny, and all she had to share. Oh how she loved her family. We will miss her terribly. God will take good care of her, or her of him. You never know.
Terry & Andrea Byer
February 16, 2013
Our hearts are heavy. We will always remember great times shared with Ginny. Dan, we pray your own wonderful memories comfort you and the love of family and friends help you through the days ahead. You are all in our prayers.
February 16, 2013
"Well done, good and faithful servant". You fought the good fight. Thoughts and prayers are with your family now. Nancy Pember Byars(Thomasville,Ga)
Bill & Lee Morgan
February 16, 2013
Ginny was indeed a beautiful woman, but it was obvious every time we met her that she had a beautiful soul. Our condolences go out to Dan and the rest of her family. We know she will be deeply missed.
alice molpus
February 15, 2013
Dear, Dan , Carvel and Stuart All of our heart felt love and prayers at this time. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you. Pat, Russell , and Alice Molpus
Sally
February 15, 2013
Such a beautiful soul inside and out . . .I was privileged to call Ginny friend and my heart goes out to all her family.
So many loving memories. . .Sally F. White, Atlanta, GA
February 15, 2013
Cousin Ginny and I go back for over sixty-five years. We shared a common heritage in Atlanta. She was a wonderful person and contributed so much to the City of Atlanta. Though we have been apart in later years, I will always cherish fond memories of our time together.
Senator John Grant, Tampa, Florida
February 15, 2013
May your treasured memories and drawing close to God in prayer comfort you in your time of sorrow. (Jeremiah 29:12,13)
C Johnson
Jan Taylor
February 15, 2013
Such a difficult time, with the sadness and loss of your dear Ginny. My heart is with you.
February 15, 2013
Dan, my heart reaches out to you in the loss of Ginny. My prayers and thoughts are with you and the families.Your friend,Marge Henson
February 15, 2013
Dan,Our deepest sympathy of your loss of Ginny.Our thoughts are with you at this time. Your friends, Joan and Ed Newton
Maizie Hale Voils
February 15, 2013
My memories of Ginny go many years back in time in Atlanta at the APT School of Modeling.How fortunate are her family and friends to have been blessed with lovely Ginny in your and our lives.
February 15, 2013
Dan, Stuart, and Carvel,
My thoughts and love are with you.
J. Street Brewer, Jr. (Charlotte, NC)
Sandy Crowe
February 15, 2013
I worked at the Grant House with Ginny Rather. She was the epitome of a lady. Always giving to others. I feel blessed to have known her. We will keep the family in our prayers.
Bill & Renee Kropff
February 15, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. Renee and I will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
February 15, 2013
Dan, Carvel and Stuart,
My prayers will continue for you and your entire family. Ginny was such a blessing to all who knew her. She was as beautiful on the inside as the outside. I feel blessed to have been able to call her a friend. All of you have been graced with a treasure of memories of a wonderful mom and wife. She will certainly bring her joy to the glory of heaven
Genie Sullivan, Murrells Inlet, SC.
Genie Sullivan
February 15, 2013
Dan, Carvel and Stuart,
My prayers will continue for you and your entire family. Ginny was such a blessing to all who knew her. She was as beautiful on the inside as the outside. I feel blessed to have been able to call her a friend. All of you have been graced with a treasure of memories of a wonderful mom and wife. She will certainly bring her joy to the glory of heaven
Genie Sullivan, Murrells Inlet, SC.
Alfredo and Eva Boratto
February 15, 2013
Our deepest sympathies to the Rather and Gould families. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Dee Coleman
February 15, 2013
What a beautiful friend....inside and out! We will miss her so....
Dee Coleman (Montgomery, Alabama)
Jennifer Biggers Renfroe
February 15, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. Your family will remain in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless...
Rita and Steve Schaefer
February 15, 2013
Will be sending many prayers during this difficult time to all the family! Our heartfelt condolences go out to you.
Adelaide and Graham Ponder
February 14, 2013
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
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