Melinda Andrews Garlington (Andrews)

Melinda Andrews (Garlington) Miller, 45, wife of Dean Miller, died Saturday, July 19 at Roper Hospital in Charleston, while on vacation at Seabrook Island. Born in Lake City, South Carolina, she was the daughter of the late Robert L. and Betty Faye Andrews. Surviving is her devoted husband, Dean and her beloved pets, Gabriel and Stratton. Their home is in Arlington, Virginia. Also surviving is a sister, Gail Andrews Carter (Bill) of Sumter, SC; a brother, Allen Andrews (Mary) of Sumter; three nieces, Mary Ashly Garrison (David) of Sumter, Katie Carter of Sumter, Tiffany Andrews Butler (Rick) of Sumter; one nephew, Travis Andrews of Savannah, GA; a special aunt, Marguerite Porter of Mayesville. Melinda was a graduate of the University of South Carolina and Emory University School of Law. She worked as a marine biologist and in software sales before practicing construction and employment law in Atlanta, GA. She enjoyed traveling, visiting museums, attending ballets, and boating. She also loved all things vintage and antique. Melinda adored her of husband of one year and they did everything together. A memorial service will be held at 3 PM Wednesday at the O’Donnell House at 120 E. Liberty St., Sumter, SC with Rev. Michael Bowman officiating. Visitation will precede the service at 2 PM. Melinda was an organ donor so it is with much hope that others have been blessed. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the Sumter SPCA, 1140 S. Guignard Drive, Sumter, SC 29150. The family can be reached at the Carter Cabin, 4400 Clemson Rd., Dalzell, SC 29040.