Millie Winslett

Millie was born to Fred C. Douglas and Lou R. Douglas on May 28, 1941 in Harrietts Bluff, Georgia and grew up in Waycross, Georgia. She graduated from Waycross High School in 1959 and later attended Brunswick College in Brunswick, Georgia.

Millie is survived by her husband of 61 years, John Winslett; her sons, John “Happy” Winslett and James (Terra) Winslett; a special niece who was like a daughter, Sybil Moore (Huey); grandchildren- Brooke (Cameron) Poole, Michel Winslett, Jamie Wheeler, and David Wheeler; great grandchildren- Camden Poole, Colby Poole, Brynley Poole, and Sawyer Grace Bailey; brother, Leon Douglas of Tifton, Georgia; sister, Avanell Rozier of Montana; a sister-in-law, Mary Lee Douglas; several nieces and nephews; and close friend, Patty Bolinger. In addition to her parents, Millie was preceded in death by her brother, Fred Douglas, Jr., her younger sister, Tercy King; sister-in-law, Tena Douglas; and brother-in-law, Robert Wilson.

Millie’s grandchildren and great-grandchildren were her heart and the love of her life, and they loved her right back. Millie enjoyed spending time on the water fishing and cast netting with her husband. She also liked spending time at their mountain cabin in North Carolina especially when it was snowing. It was here that she liked to read and sit in front of the fire with their dog, Forrest. Millie’s family enjoyed her home cooking, and she took great pride in cooking and sharing her meals freely with others. She was known for her red velvet cake and pumpkin rolls. One of the numerous reasons that she will be missed is because the light went off in her kitchen.

Edo Miller and Sons Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Visitation will be held on Saturday, September 4, 2021, from 3:00-4:00 p.m. at Lakeside United Methodist Church. The funeral service will follow the visitation at 4:00 p.m. with Rev. Donald C. Combs officiating.

A special thank you is given to Dr. James Greene and staff, Courtney Arnold, RN, as well as the staff of GHC Hospice. Memorial contributions may be made to GHC Hospice, 777 Gloucester Street, Suite 303, Brunswick, GA 31520.