J oseph McMillian is a second generation funeral director who at the age of 12 years old, began working in the funeral home.

He made his start by washing vehicles, carrying flowers, seeing families and friends and directing them to the appropriate place they needed to be, cutting grass and even working and helping with funerals.

Since the funeral business was instilled in him, it has become a major part of his self-being. He has been exposed to many situations during his years of work that has enabled him to focus on dedication to the needs of the families he serves.

Joseph feels that what he does and provides for the grieving families is just what he would do for his own. He continues to view his profession in the funeral business as not just a job, but his passion and ministry to the families he serves in Southside, Virginia.