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Lula Taylor Obituary

Mrs. Lula Mae (Wiley) Taylor, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Friday, January 30, 2009. She was born to the late Herbert and Lillie Wiley on March 10, 1941, in Roanoke. She joined Shiloh Baptist Church at an early age. She was preceded in death by her husband, Theoartrice R. Taylor Sr.; her parents; three brothers; and one sister. She leaves to mourn her loss six daughters, Libby Franklin, Roxanne Taylor, JaCynthia Hale, Therasa Taylor, Rolanda Taylor, and Yolanda Ramey; son, Theoartrice (Renea) Taylor Jr., all of Roanoke; two sisters, Vivian Johnson and Lillie Wiley, of Salem; two brothers, Henry (Joyce) Wiley, of Salem and Russell Wiley, of Roanoke; two sisters-in-law, Robin Wiley, of South Carolina, and Ellen Wiley, of Salem; brother-in-law, David (Linda) Taylor; 18 grandchildren; nine greatgrandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. A funeral service will be held 1 p.m. on Wednesday, February 4, 2009, at Shiloh Baptist Church with the Rev. Adrian Dowell officiating. Interment will follow in Williams Memorial Park. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the funeral service. Friends may call at Serenity on Tuesday, February 3, 2009, from noon to 8 p.m. for viewing. Arrangements by Serentiy Funeral Home and Cremation Services, www.serenityfuneralhome.net
Published by Roanoke Times from Feb. 1 to Feb. 3, 2009.

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Cathy Jones

February 10, 2009

Dear Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. Stay strong for each other and God Bless you all.

David Burnette

February 8, 2009

My prayers are with you ,keep smiling Because God has her in his arms and peace is hers now be stong

Sonya Brown Roman

February 6, 2009

To Rolanda,Yolanda and family, you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Anita (Peek)-Brinson and Family

February 4, 2009

Taylor Family,
We are sorry for your loss. Know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers. I wish we would have known before today. We certainly would have been there.
May God bless you all.

Becky (Forrest) Gray

February 4, 2009

Ro and Yo,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you both and the entire family. I know how devastating it is to lose a mother, but know that God will be there to comfort you and help you to go thru each day. Hold on to the sweet memories and thank God for the time you all had with her. Much love to you both.

Katherine Foster

February 4, 2009

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Garry Foster

February 4, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

PORTIA ANDERSON(DANCE)

February 3, 2009

To the Taylor Family I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May God Bless and Keep each and everyone of you.
Ro and Yo stay strong and remember that If you need someone to talk to I'm hear to listen. I wish I was there to be with you right now. Please don't hesitate to call me if you just need someone to listen I'm here for both of you. I love you two just like you were my sisters.

DAVID Joiner SR.

February 3, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

TINA CANNADAY BOYD

February 3, 2009

To my cousin....Be strong and hold on God will take care of you. I understand what you're going through and I feel your pain. If you need anything please don't hesitate to call on us.

Teresa Swain

February 3, 2009

He Only Takes The Best
God saw they were their happiest and someone would not let that be.
So He put his arms around them and whispered "Come with Me".
With tear filled eyes we watched them,suffer and fade away. Although we loved them deeply, We could not
make them stay.
A golden heart stopped beating,
hard working hands put to rest.
God broke our hearts to prove to us,
He only takes the best.
~Author Unknown~

The Finney Family

February 3, 2009

To Ro, and Family

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...

but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.

I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.

Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.

Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.

That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,

God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.

As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.

I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.

There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.

And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.

And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.

God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years

because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.

But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.

Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.

But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.

But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.

I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;

but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.

It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...

that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,

then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."

And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,

knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,

just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.

When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;

I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,

remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

~Author~

Ruth Ann Mahaffey

Nikki Bonds

February 3, 2009

To the Taylor Family,

Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with each & every one of you. God can do all things and He can ease your sorrow during this difficult time. May God Be with You Always.

The Bonds Family (Gordon, Debbie, Nikki, Sean & Danielle)

The Finney Family

February 3, 2009

To Jaz

I see tears fall down your face

When your thoughts have turned to me.

Just know that I’m in heaven,

With my Lord, who’s set me free.

No pain or sadness do I feel,

For God is by my side.

The beauty here in Heaven

Is now where I reside.

I know it’s hard for you to cope

For you can’t feel my touch.

But every moment, I can see

And love you very much.

When you are at your lowest

And feel you can’t go on,

Look towards the heavens

The light will be turned on.

Talk to me, just like you did

On earth when I was there.

You see, I’m not so far away …

Only as far as a prayer.

And when it’s time for you to join

Me up in Heaven above.

It’s then that you will realize,

The Golden Place of love.

For here there is no sadness,

Just everlasting light.

Someday we will be joined again,

When it’s time to take your flight.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey

We love you Jaz!!!

Wooden Family

February 3, 2009

Thinking of you all at this time of great loss.

Angelia Ferrell-Sanders

February 3, 2009

To Theo,Renae,Yo and Ro, and other family members, I know the sadness that you are experiencing right now, but hold on to God's unchanging hand and let him be your guide. Keep praying and holding on to each other and your sadness will ease. Trust me I've been there and the only way I made it through was by Believing,Praying, and Trusting in God. The tears will fall, God will be there to catch and wipe them all. There are going to be some dark cloudy days not always skies of blue, but God will put his arms around and comfort you. It is hard right now, but the pain will ease as the days go by, just remember we may not understand but God understood why. I know she will be missed, a mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, If you stay with God I can assure you, you shall see her again.

I hope that this will be of comfort to each of you and remember to keep looking to God and everything will be alright. I am here if you shall need me. May God Bless each of you.

Angelia Ferrell-Sanders

I am Cheryl Ferrell and Pokey's sister.

Lafayette Davis Morgan

February 3, 2009

Rest in peace Lula Mae my prayers are with the family.Untill we meet again in God's kingdom.

Sandra Law

February 3, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Lisa Staton

February 3, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Tina Curtis Mason

February 3, 2009

The Taylor Family, May you find peace during this difficult time. My prayers are with you.

Lynette Lewis (Class of "85")

February 3, 2009

To the Taylor Family..My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Barbara Henry

February 3, 2009

Theo, Renae and family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Barbara, Tamika & Taylor

Linda Sweet

February 3, 2009

Yolanda and Rolanda, My deepest sympathy to you and your entire family. Please know that you all will be close in my prayers. Please know I'm here for you.

Taras Dungee (Tuffy)

February 2, 2009

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Kristin Coleman & Family

February 2, 2009

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Percy Rose

February 2, 2009

My heart felt condolence go out to the family and may you all band together to keep the Family Strong. Strength was something I remember your mom for having and may that carry on to you all. God Bless

Julie Cox

February 2, 2009

Eric & Family,

I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.

lawson helm

February 2, 2009

"Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints."
Psalm 116:15

Eloise Keatts Nelson

February 2, 2009

To The Taylor Family: My prayers are with you all. You all have my deepest sympathy. Take Care!

William & Marzetta Sinkler

February 2, 2009

May God comfort you during the great loss of your dear loveone. Always,Trust and Lean on the Lord.

Stephanie Ward (Ingram)

February 2, 2009

Yo, Ro, Theo, & Theresa my thoughts and prayers are with you. May God grant you peace and mercy during your loss.

Vickie Thomas-Robinson(class of '87)

February 2, 2009

So sorry for your loss. You all have my deepest sympathy

Chandra Brown

February 2, 2009

To Ro, Yo, Theo and Family, Sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. My prayers go out to all of you..

Angie Holland(Waters)

February 2, 2009

Yolanda and Rolanda, My deepest sympathy to you and your entire family. Please know you guys will be close in my prayers.

Jody Randolph (Morgan)

February 2, 2009

To the Taylor Family,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow. May God continue to bless you all in the days to come.

BHS Head Start

February 2, 2009

Dear Libby and Family,
Our hearts go out to you in the loss of your Mother. Just wanted you to know that we are thinking of you at this sad time.

Katherine THORNHILL

February 2, 2009

Yolanda and family,
Just wanted you know that I am thinking about you. I am so sorry for you loss.
Katherine

Verna Whitten and the Anderson and Baxter Family

February 1, 2009

To the Family:
We are truly sorry to hear about the passing of your beloved, Lula. You are in our Prayers and you have our deepest sympathy. We were neighbors, years ago.

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