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Rebecca Taylor Obituary

Rebecca Taylor ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - Rebecca Taylor, 84, formerly of Virginia Beach, passed away Friday, Dec. 3, 2010. She was born Feb. 2, 1926 in Isle of Wight County, Virginia. Rebecca was a mother and counselor of New Tribe Missions. She was a member of the Starkey Road Baptist Church of Largo, Fla. Rebecca is survived by two sons, Preston T. "Buddy" (Rose) Taylor Jr. of Clearwater, Fla., and John A. (Aeing) Taylor of Trang, Thailand, a daughter, Helen J. Whetzell of Kansas City, Mo.; 11 grandchildren and 16 great- grandchildren, along with a brother, Charles Hatfield of Chesapeake. Rebecca was predeceased by her husband, the Rev. Preston T. Taylor Sr., former pastor of Temple Baptist Church and now Avalon Hills Baptist Church, and a daughter, Elizabeth "Libby" Trimmer. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to New Tribes Missions, c/o Mark & Joyce Cain, 1000 East 1st St., Sanford, FL 32771. Friends are calling Saturday, Dec. 11, from 1 to 2 p.m. with a funeral at 2 p.m. all at Smith & Williams Funeral Home, 818 Norview Ave., Norfolk, VA 23509 757-855-5558. Condolences may be offered at www.mossfeasterdunedin.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Dec. 5, 2010.

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A real blessing, 1977 NTM "Jungle Camp"

Brad Hull

December 22, 2010

Words fail at this time, but I believe you can find comfort in Becky's promotion to glory knowing she is with her loving Savior. In the mean time we will be praying for you.

Larry Williams

December 10, 2010

We are sorry for your loss. It will only be temporary until you meet her again in the Kingdom. All our love. Larry & Sherry Williams ( Asheville NC )

Norene Dagly

December 8, 2010

Dear Taylor Family,
I see what a gift your beloved mother was to your family and the community. I know she was fortunate to have an honorable daughter -in-law in Rose. I now understand how the kindnesses, prayers and example she provided reached out to her family and they in turn radiate their caring to others. I am sure Rebecca is at peace. God bless each of you. Norene Dagly

December 7, 2010

Shannon, I know that your grandma was so very special to you! Amanda, Erin and Ethan, I know that Nana was such a wonderful and inspiring person in your life. John and Dom, what a bonus that you could experience this great lady in your life! Love and prayers to all as you mourn your loss, but rejoice in your Nana's graduation into Heaven! Love, Vicki and Johnny

OUR NANA, MOTHER AND COUNSELOR

December 7, 2010

NANA

December 7, 2010

December 6, 2010

john and shannon, amanda, dom, erin, john ethan and family - so sorry for your loss. ms. nana sounded like an amazing woman and i am sorry i missed meeting her. i'm sure her peace is a blanket of comfort to your grief. love kathy and breezy

December 6, 2010

Shannon and family...our thoughts and prayers are with you! Love Larry, Tracey and girls

December 6, 2010

Shannon, John, Amanda, Dominic, Erin & Ethan,
We are sorry for your loss, and yet rejoice with you that your grandma (nana) is in heaven. We know that you will miss her and pray for God's peace and comfort.
Our love,
Sharon & Steve French

John and Shannon Ward

December 6, 2010

Nana,
We are saddened by your departure from us...but SO happy for you in your present circumstance in heaven! What a glorious reunion with your loved ones who have gone before and with your Savior the Lord Jesus Christ...you have left a lasting legacy of Faith with many of your friends and family. We love and miss you.
-John and Shannon

JOHN & PEGGY RIGGS

December 5, 2010

PRESTON AND ROSE,
I KNOW YOU WILL ALWAYS HAVE PRECIUS, WONDERFUL MEMORIES OF YOUR MOTHER. WHAT A JOYFUL TIME FOR HER TO HAVE CHRISTMAS IN HEAVEN.

Pam Pendleton

December 5, 2010

Preston & Rose,

What a sad time for you and yet your Momma is home. I know you are smiling when you think of that. My prayers are with you.

Glenn Davis

December 4, 2010

Preston and Rose...Our prayers are with you during your time of loss. We're here for you and know that your mom is in the arms of Jesus!! God bless you both.
Pastor Glenn and Elaine Davis

Bill & Debby Bosley

December 4, 2010

Our sympathy and prayers

Jim & Linda Lieupo

December 4, 2010

Preston and Rose we are saddened to hear of the loss of your mother. Our sympathy and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May you have peace in knowing she is safe in the arms of Jesus.

Sandy Sandmeyer

December 4, 2010

I'm so sorry for your loss here on earth, but happiness is knowing that you'll be together again in Heaven some day.

Preston (Buddy) and Rose Taylor

December 4, 2010

We love you Mom. What a glorious CHRISTmas this will be in Heaven.

Say hello to Daddy and Libby for us all. Your work here is complete. Well Done!

Family, Friends, her last act of kindness was with an Oreo cookie. Go buy some, and enjoy the moment.

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