Mrs. Catherine Davis McMillian, 86, passed away on Thursday, February 8, 2018 at Forsyth Medical Center following a period of illness. She was preceded in death by her husband, Eddie McMillian; daughter, Deborah McMillian; sister, Ruthie Mae; and two grandsons.

She was born to the late John and Helen Reynolds Davis in Forsyth County, NC on April 23, 1931. Mrs. McMillian worked as textile inspector for Highland Industries in Kernersville, NC. And she was the first African-American to retire from the company.

She was a faithful member of Goler Memorial AME Zion Church where she was active as a charter member of the Ideal Club and Parent Body, past superintendant of Sunday School, a missionary and a member of the Gospel Choir, until declining health prevailed.

Survivors include her daughters, Shanata (Robert) McMillian-Shepard and Barbara (Prentiss) McMillian-Taylor; grandchildren, Larry (Val) McMillian, Sharon McMillian-Stephens and Eddie McMillian, II; 8 great grandchildren; 6 great-great grandchildren; bother-in-law, Eugene McMillian; a loving and devoted niece, Willette McMillian; several extended family members and many friends.

A funeral service take place at 2pm, Tuesday, February 13, 2018 at Goler Memorial AME Zion Church with Reverend Dr. George C. Banks officiating. Interment will follow at Parklawn Memorial Park. The family will greet friend one hour prior to the service at the church, at 1pm. For a copy of the funeral program, click here