Hattie Taylor's Obituary
Hattie Taylor Obituary
Hattie M. Taylor was born in Paulette, Mississippi to the late Hattie (Ranson) and James Halbert on December 25, 1933- She was the last of nine children. She was preceded in death by (4) brothers: Willie, Robert, James, and John Halbert; (3) sisters Lillian Towns, Carrie Stowers, and Laura Carraway; (2) sons James A. Taylor Jr., and Michael Taylor. She was married to the late James Taylor.
Ms. Hattie attended Coolidge Elementary School in Phoenix, Illinois and Thornton High School in Harvey, Illinois. She confessed her faith in Christ at an early age and became a member of New Covenant Missionary Baptist Church where she served on several committees.
Ms. Hattie worked for the Ceda Head Start Program as a cook Later she worked at Ingalls Memorial Hospital in Central Supply until she retired after twenty-three years.
Ms. Hattie loved to bake. Baking pound cakes and peach cobbler were a couple of her specialties. She also was a member of a social club called The Uniques.
We often wondered why she always dressed to impress. She said, "if you stay ready, you won't have to get ready," always sharp!! Ms. Hattie loved serving the Lord, listening to music, and cooking. Another catchy phrase she'd say was "It's easier to keep up than to catch up." Ms. Hattie put the J in Jazzy and the C in Classy.
Ms. Hattie was called to glory on May 19, 2024. Her transition was peaceful with her family by her side. Loving memories will be cherished by her daughters, Diane Lewis,Jacqueline Taylor, and Deborah Taylor; sons, Alan, and Keith (Sherri) Taylor; ten grandchildren, fifteen great-grandchildren, and one great-great grandchild; a very special best friend, Leatrice Brown; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
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