Patricia lived life with unmatched energy, joy, and a spirit of adventure that never faded. For more than 30 years, she served as a school bus driver with the Caddo Parish School Board, where generations of students adored her as “Mama Ginn.” Her laughter, warmth, and larger-than-life personality made every ride brighter, and she had a special way of making everyone feel seen, safe, and loved.
She was truly one of a kind, fun-loving, outgoing, and fearless to the very end. Patricia never turned down an adventure. Whether she was swimming, relaxing at the beach, scuba diving, feeding sharks, skydiving, or traveling with her family, she embraced every moment with excitement and courage. She lived boldly, loved deeply, and created a lifetime of unforgettable memories for those lucky enough to be by her side.
Patricia’s greatest joy was her family, and she poured her heart into every moment spent with them. Her adventurous spirit was only matched by her deep love, unwavering support, and the joy she brought into every room she entered.
She is survived by her devoted husband of 57 years, Michael Ginn; her daughters, Christy Fertenbaugh (Shawn), Cheryl Harris (Brad), and Cathy Sepulvado (Bryant); her grandchildren, Rachel Champion (William), Faith Harris, Hunter Fertenbaugh (Alyssa), and Nolan Sepulvado; her great-grandchildren, Maggie and Mason; her sisters Diane Curry (Tommy) and Sherie Holsted (Kenny) and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, Johnny Ray Walker, and her mother, Alena Faye Bryant Walker.
Visitation will be held at Centuries Memorial Funeral Home, 8801 Mansfield Road, Shreveport, Louisiana, on April 8, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. A Celebration of Life will be held at the same location on April 9, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Pallbearers will be Shawn Fertenbaugh, Hunter Fertenbaugh, Brad Harris, William Champion, Bryant Sepulvado, and Nolan Sepulvado.
Patricia will be laid to rest at Centuries Memorial Park in Memories Garden, Lot 344, Space 3.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to the compassionate staff at The Glen in the Pelican House, as well as the many caregivers and support staff who provided care, comfort, and kindness during Patricia’s final days.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 225 N Michigan Ave., Floor 17, Chicago, Illinois 60601, or online at https://www.alz.org/.
To know Patricia was to love her. Her laughter was contagious, her spirit was fearless, and her love was boundless. She lived fully, right to the very end, and her legacy of joy, adventure, and love will continue to live on in all who knew her.
