Melinda Risch Winans

Melinda Risch Winans is married to Fonville's youngest son, Walker. She has one daughter, Lara Phillips.

She is an active member of the following organizations: PEO Chapter AQ, LSU Campus Club, Baton Rouge Gourmet Club, Herb Society of America and Baton Rouge Amateur Radio Club (KD5PRB).

Winans resides in Baton Rouge with her husband