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Elizabeth Taylor Obituary
Mrs. Taylor died Monday, March 7, 2011. Born in Birdtown, in Darlington County, she was a daughter of the late Albert Joy and Alma Smith Howle. She retired as a contracting officer with the Department of Defense. While employed with the Department of Defense she was appointed as contracting analyst for U.S. Air Force Europe Contracting in Germany where she worked for five years. A former member of St. James Lutheran Church in Sumter, she was a current member of Incarnation Lutheran Church. An avid gardener, she was a Clemson Sponsor Master Gardener, a member of the Sumter Azalea Club and past president of the Sumter Garden Club. She was a charter member of Herb Society of Sumter and served as past president of National Association of Retired Federal Employees.
Surviving are son, Willie Albert "Bert" Taylor of Sumter; daughters, Sylvia Elaine Curtiss of Charleston, Karen Elizabeth Jenny of Columbia, Nancy Aline Bradley of Columbia, Miriam Ellen Long of Richmond, Va.; brother, James Joy Howle of Patrick; sisters, Belva Gravitt of Atlanta and Dorothy Winburn of Cheraw; eight grandchildren, Matthew and Leighton Jenny, Elizabeth and Kenneth Curtiss, Ali Bradley, Holly and Raymond Long. She was predeceased by her husband, Kerney Wilbur Taylor, sisters, Lottie Walker and Miriam Odom, and brothers, Mac and Carl Howle.
The family would like to thank the staff of, and her friends at, Forest Pines Retirement Community, and Caring For You for their compassionate care and friendship.
Memorials may be made to Incarnation Lutheran Church, 3005 Devine St., Columbia, SC 29205.
Please sign the online guestbook at www.dunbarfunerals.com.
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Karen Ambrose
March 14, 2011
Dear Nancy, Ellen, Karen, Ren, and Ali- We are thinking of you all through this sad time. Your mother was a precious lady who always had a smile on her face and a funny story to tell. She was a delight, and will be greatly missed. We love you all!
Meredith Nelson
March 11, 2011
The Taylor family has experienced the loss of one of the most kind and gracious women I ever met. Your mom was a wonderful person who will be missed deeply, but fondly remembered, by everyone who knew her.
Laura Miller
March 10, 2011
Dear Ellen, please know you and your family are very much in our thoughts and prayers. I was so privilged to know your wonderful, loving mom. I hope you all take care, we love you Laura, and Chuck Miller
Bonnie Barker
March 10, 2011
Dearest Ellen and family,
We are so saddened to hear the news of your mothers passing. She was such a warm,kind woman who will always be remembered and missed by many. Our thoughts and our prayers are will you during this time. We love you, The Barkers
John, Bonnie, Cameron and Carson ( Wake Forest NC)
Kathy & Jim Buckner
March 9, 2011
Nancy and Karen, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother. You both are in our thoughts and prayers as well as the rest of your family. Always remember the good times and memories as that will hold you up during this difficult time.
Jim & Kathy Buckner
Nancy Seay
March 9, 2011
Ellen, you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Your Mom was a beautiful, vibrant lady. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your family.
Love, Nancy Seay, Phoenix, Arizona
Anita Ashley
March 9, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. Please accept my deepest sympathies on the loss of your dear mother.
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